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Cheri Kaarup

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

Dedicated Home Health Aide with a proven track record at Dennis Kaarup, skilled in patient care and medication administration. Leveraged expertise in chronic disease management and exceptional decision-making abilities to enhance patient well-being. Achieved a significant improvement in patient mobility and independence, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to compassionate care.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Aide

Dennis Kaarup
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Shift Lead Supervisor

Caseys General Stores Inc
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.

Cashier/kitchen Help

Caseys General Stores Inc
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Encouraged customers to make additional purchases by highlighting current deals and keeping lane well-stocked.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Assisted in inventory management, contributing to reduction in stock discrepancies.
  • Supported marketing initiatives by setting up and maintaining promotional displays.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by efficiently processing purchases and returns.
  • Boosted team efficiency, shared best practices in cash handling and customer interaction.
  • Reduced processing errors by meticulously following transaction procedures.
  • Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty by participating in rewards program enrollment.
  • Enhanced shopping experience, provided product information and location assistance.
  • Facilitated smoother checkout process, trained new employees on POS systems.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Cashier

Dollar Tree
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Assisted in inventory management, contributing to reduction in stock discrepancies.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Increased sales of promotional items by informing customers about current offers.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Cashier

JCPenney
08.2007 - 06.2017
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.

Education

Diploma -

Lincoln Sr High School
Sioux Falls, SD
05.1994

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Dressing assistance
  • Light Housekeeping
  • First aid and safety
  • Mobility support
  • Care Plan Management
  • Client documentation
  • Patient transportation
  • Home Safety Assessments
  • Patient Transport
  • Medication organization
  • Medication Administration
  • Schedule Management
  • State Driver's License
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Personal care services
  • Toileting assistance
  • Elder Care
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Home Health Aide
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Decision-Making
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Wound Care
  • Administering Medications
  • Emergency Response
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetic Health Management
  • Client Transportation

Timeline

Cashier/kitchen Help

Caseys General Stores Inc
03.2024 - 10.2024

Cashier

Dollar Tree
01.2024 - 06.2024

Cashier

JCPenney
08.2007 - 06.2017

Home Health Aide

Dennis Kaarup

Shift Lead Supervisor

Caseys General Stores Inc

Diploma -

Lincoln Sr High School
Cheri Kaarup