Brenda Carbaugh
Marienville
Summary
Detail-oriented Dietary Aide with strong time management and problem-solving skills. Committed to enhancing dining experiences while ensuring compliance with food handling safety regulations.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietary Aide
LECOM Senior Living Center
Marienville, PA
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in meal preparation and service for residents, ensuring dietary needs met.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas for optimal safety.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to support menu planning based on resident preferences.
- Engaged with residents during mealtimes, fostering a welcoming dining environment.
- Followed safety protocols in food handling to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Delivered meals promptly to residents, enhancing dining experience and satisfaction.
Pharmacy Technician
Independence Medical Services
Marienville, PA
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Dispensed medications accurately while adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Assisted pharmacists in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of medications and supplies.
- Processed prescription orders efficiently to enhance workflow
- Monitored expiration dates of medications, reducing waste by implementing systematic checks and balances.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
Certified Dietary Manager
Windsor House Inc. at Snyder Memorial
Marienville, PA
05.1987 - 04.2021
- Oversaw dietary operations ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented nutrition programs tailored to resident needs.
- Streamlined meal service processes, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory systems, optimizing food procurement and storage practices.
- Trained and mentored staff on dietary guidelines and safe food handling procedures.
- Conducted regular assessments of menu offerings based on resident feedback and nutritional requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create individualized dietary plans for residents.
- Led initiatives to improve overall dining experience through innovative meal presentation strategies.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by staying current on industry best practices and adapting procedures accordingly.
Education
Certification - Dietary Managers Certification
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND1988
High School Diploma -
Freeport Area
Freeport, PA1975
Skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Customer service
- Verbal communication
- Food handling safety
- Detail-oriented
- Patient communication
- Team collaboration
- Sanitation practices
Timeline
Dietary Aide
LECOM Senior Living Center
04.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Independence Medical Services
06.2023 - 11.2024
Certified Dietary Manager
Windsor House Inc. at Snyder Memorial
05.1987 - 04.2021
Certification - Dietary Managers Certification
University of North Dakota
High School Diploma -
Freeport Area