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Family ManagerStore ManagerPharmacy TechnicianData Entry ClerkWork Type
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RemoteLocation: Marietta, GA, US
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Candace McElroy
Marietta,GA
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in community outreach and event planning at Connections Pointe Church of God. Proven ability to enhance member engagement and foster collaboration, utilizing strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Adept at mentoring volunteers and implementing effective strategies to drive participation and support community initiatives.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Church Volunteer
Connections Pointe Church of God
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinate community outreach programs, enhancing member engagement and participation.
- Organize weekly services, ensuring smooth operation and timely execution of all activities.
- Mentor new volunteers, providing training and support to foster skill development.
- Develop and implemented event planning strategies, improving attendance and community involvement.
- Lead fundraising initiatives, driving resource allocation for community service projects.
- Evaluate program effectiveness, recommending improvements based on volunteer feedback and participant outcomes.
- Cultivate relationships with local organizations to enhance collaborative efforts in community service initiatives.
- Source and distribute food and supplies to those in need.
- Greet guests with bulletins, directions, and friendly conversation.
- Prepare meals for church members and guests for funerals or special events.
- Foster welcoming environment, greeting and assisting churchgoers each Sunday.
- Support pastoral staff with administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operation of church activities.
- Coordinate with local businesses for event sponsorships, enhancing community ties.
- Assist with fundraising activities.
- Attend meetings with religious leaders.
- Participate in various outreach programs.
- Support religious leaders in performing various duties.
Family Manager
Self
05.2003 - Current
- Manage daily household operations, ensuring smooth functioning of family activities and schedules.
- Coordinate family logistics, including meal planning, transportation, and extracurricular activities.
- Develop efficient routines to enhance time management for household tasks and responsibilities.
- Support children's educational needs by organizing study schedules and resources effectively.
- Communicate effectively with family members to address needs and resolve conflicts promptly.
- Adapt quickly to changing family dynamics, demonstrating flexibility in managing evolving priorities.
- Coordinate daily activities, ensuring punctual attendance at school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
- Manage medical appointments, ensuring each family member received appropriate care while maintaining comprehensive records of health-related information.
- Develop strong relationships with educators and healthcare providers for optimal support of family members.
- Attend to the emotional well-being of each family member, providing support during challenges and celebrating accomplishments.
- Serve as liaison between children''s schools, instructors, coaches, or other service providers to ensure seamless coordination of resources/supports required by the family unit effectively addressed everyone''s needs.
- Oversee home maintenance tasks, collaborating with contractors on repairs and renovations as necessary.
- Assist children in their academic growth with dedicated homework help sessions and tutoring when needed.
- Foster positive and educational environment for children with creative learning activities.
Store Manager
Family Dollar
05.2012 - 11.2012
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and reducing excess.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service quality.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust merchandising strategies accordingly.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Managed medication inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions, prioritizing patient safety and quality control.
- Trained new pharmacy staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce dispensing errors.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to verify medication orders and resolve discrepancies.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Nurse
Various
02.1986 - 05.2003
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and responding to changes in conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed medical equipment and coordinated maintenance for optimal functionality in patient care environments.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through training and performance evaluations.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Oklahoma State University, Okc. OK
Oklahoma City, OKNo Degree - Nursing Science
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OKLPN - Nursing
Mid-Del AVTS
Midwest City, OK02-1986
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Childcare experience
- Flexible schedule
- Event setup
- Community outreach
- Food preparation
- Appointment scheduling
- Email and phone etiquette
- Project management
- Clerical support
- File and record keeping
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching
- Training and mentoring
- Administrative support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening
- Multitasking
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Church Volunteer
Connections Pointe Church of God
07.2024 - Current
Store Manager
Family Dollar
05.2012 - 11.2012
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
12.2010 - 08.2011
Family Manager
Self
05.2003 - Current
Nurse
Various
02.1986 - 05.2003
No Degree - Nursing
Oklahoma State University, Okc. OK
No Degree - Nursing Science
Rose State College
LPN - Nursing
Mid-Del AVTS
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