Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Cheryl Harris

Raeford,NC

Summary

Aggressive, agile-minded and experienced leader who served 20 years as a Senior Non-Commissioned Officer in the U.S. Army. A certified maintenance management, HAZMAT and Safety Officer skilled in solving complex problems with a proven track record in leadership, and planning. Ability to acquire, train, and mentor highly effective teams. Have a superior record in leading teams that collectively met or succeeded their goals and objectives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Caregiver

HomeInstead
Fayetteville, NC
02.2016 - Current
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with daily hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, dental care and grooming.
  • Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
  • Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
  • Reported concerns to supervisory to maintain optimal care for all client needs.

Shop Foreman

United States Army
Fort Bragg, NC
06.2011 - 04.2015

Primarily served as Senior Non Commissioned Officer. Planned, directed and assisted in achieving a successful operational readiness rate of 98% for all assigned equipment which exceeded the Department's standards of 90%.

Successfully maintained 100% accountability of all assigned vehicles, special tools, and equipment along with recovery tools valued in excess of $2 million.

Led, managed and supervised 14 mechanics on the proper -20 level diagnosis and service standards for maintenance resulting in the section receiving a commendable rating during a Battalion inspection.

Interpreted and implemented safety standards and deliberate composite risk management which resulted in zero injuries to personnel or loss of equipment.

Played an integral part in identifying in excess of $15 K in parts through diligent use of the Free Issue Warehouse to obtain required Class IX repair parts.

Developed and implemented inventory management strategies, plans, policies and procedures to ensure required services for unit equipment was accomplished in a timely manner.

Motor Sergeant

United States Army
El Paso, TX
09.2007 - 05.2011

Served as Motor Sergeant for an Air Defense Artillery Signal Company. Supervised Soldier's and civilian employees providing guidance and direction to meet workload or special mission operations.

Recommended and initiated changes in internal organization functions and assignments to gain greater efficiency in planning missions and workload requirements as needed.

Maintained the readiness of 80 prime movers, associated trailers, power generation, ground support equipment and tools in excess of $2.5 million

Ensured the Company Commander's intent and priorities were followed and accomplished as directed and in a timely manner.

Recommended courses of action for improvement and implemented techniques to improve overall performance of motor pool operations.

Transferred the unit's vehicles in excess of $19 million, consisting of 85 wheeled vehicles, 46 trailer mounted power generation sets, and 19 M101 trailer; all full missioned capable.

Education

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Excelsior College
Albany, NY

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Methodist University
Fayetteville, NC
05.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Bryant And Stratton College -
Newport News, VA
10.1993

Skills

  • Effective Team Leader
  • Quality/ Internal Controls
  • Highly motivated to succeed
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Quick Learner
  • Dependable independent worker
  • Flexible and accountable
  • Innovative/assertive
  • Result-oriented

Certification

  • Additional Duty Safety Officer
  • Master Drivers Course
  • Environmental Compliance Officer
  • Logistics Training Team
  • Army Oil Analysis Program
  • Fuel Handlers Course

Additional Information

Hospice Volunteer for 7 years with Liberty Home Care & Hospice Services

Affiliations

  • The Ordnance Order of Samuel Sharpe November 30, 2010
  • Member, Alumni Association ( Methodist University)

Timeline

Senior Caregiver

HomeInstead
02.2016 - Current

Shop Foreman

United States Army
06.2011 - 04.2015

Motor Sergeant

United States Army
09.2007 - 05.2011

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Excelsior College

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

Methodist University

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Bryant And Stratton College -
Cheryl Harris