Brittany Garver
Wooster,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
Wooster, OH
09.2019 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed busy schedule for two children seven and under
- Organizing, competing appointments and activities
- Overall weekly grocery budget
- Planned play dates and family outings
- Volunteered with the PTA communicating needs problems, solving on matters of curriculum and budgets
- Cochair of cheer cart with the PTA that provides goodies for school staff once a month, finding local businesses to support organizing, pick up and designing displays to surprise staff
- Cochair of decoration committee with PTA, handmade decorations for events and holidays at the school
- Create daily routines for effective scheduling
- Honed multitasking skills
- Expertly handled multiple child related, emergency health and safety situations by maintaining extreme calm under pressure
STNA
Jag Healthcare-Orrville
Orrville, OH
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Supported rehabilitation efforts through consistent implementation of prescribed therapeutic exercises.
- Safely transported patients throughout the facility using proper transfer techniques and equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
STNA
Smithville Western Care Center
Wooster, OH
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Laundry
- Kitchen set up
Home Health Aide
Cambridge Home Health
Wooster, OH
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Ran errands
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Assistant
Ray Crow Cleaners
Wooster, OH
01.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to avoid disruptions in daily operations.
- Used irons and iron boards to press clothing, folding and organizing garments.
- Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating with coworkers and supervisors, ensuring seamless workflow between departments.
- Reduced garment damage rates by carefully inspecting items for stains or damages before processing.
- Restocked supply inventories and notified supervisors of shortages for customer convenience.
- Collected soiled linens and clothing and pretreated stains.
- Filled orders
- Covered for peoples lunches and brakes
- Helped customers
- Tagged orders
- Ran presses
- General housekeeping
Education
High School Diploma -
Wooster High School
Wooster, OH06.2015
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
- Written Communication
- Basic Math
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Task Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Multitasking
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Stay at Home Mom
Myself
09.2019 - Current
STNA
Jag Healthcare-Orrville
09.2017 - 09.2019
STNA
Smithville Western Care Center
03.2016 - 01.2017
Home Health Aide
Cambridge Home Health
08.2015 - 03.2016
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Assistant
Ray Crow Cleaners
01.2014 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Wooster High School