Dedicated caregiver with a strong work ethic and problem-solving skills, experienced at Brookdale Assisted Living. Successfully enhanced patient comfort and safety through vigilant supervision and compassionate support. Proven ability to manage routines and foster positive relationships, ensuring a nurturing environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
I Baby Sit at My House
01.2015 - Current
Supervised children in a safe and engaging environment.
Planned and organized age-appropriate activities for children.
Assisted with homework and educational tasks to foster learning.
Managed daily schedules to ensure timely meals and naps.
Communicated effectively with parents regarding child progress and concerns.
Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure atmosphere.
Adapted quickly to individual children's needs and preferences.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and equipment.
Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
Coordinated outdoor activities to promote physical health and exploration.
Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
Improved children's bedtime routines with consistent schedules and calming activities.
Developed system for efficiently managing daily routines, reducing morning stress.
Patient Sitter
Brookdale Assisted Living
11.2023 - 11.2024
Monitored patients' safety and well-being during shifts.
Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Communicated effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs.
Documented patient observations to support care plans and assessments.
Provided companionship to enhance emotional support for residents.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and supplies.
Responded promptly to patient calls for assistance or emergencies.
Collaborated with team members to improve overall patient care quality.
Reduced falls risk for patients by consistently providing vigilant supervision and assistance with mobility.
Demonstrated strong observational skills, promptly reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate medical personnel.
Increased patient morale through engaging conversation and companionship throughout their hospital stay.
Enhanced patient comfort by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs during hospital stays.
Contributed to overall hospital efficiency by completing assigned tasks in a timely manner, ensuring optimal levels of care were maintained at all times.
Displayed adaptability in working with diverse populations of patients, including those with varying ages, cultural backgrounds, and medical conditions.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing valuable insights from time spent observing individual patients closely over extended periods of time.
Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills in addressing complex patient needs or situations, ensuring optimal outcomes for all involved parties.
Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, and personal hygiene.
Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes by providing thorough updates on patient status to incoming sitter or nursing staff member.
Encouraged positive interactions among family members visiting the patient, fostering an environment conducive to healing.
Promoted a calm atmosphere within the hospital room, utilizing effective stress reduction techniques tailored to each patient''s preferences.
Improved communication between nursing staff and patients by regularly updating on patient status and needs.
Promoted adherence to hospital policies and procedures among patients and visitors, contributing to a safe and orderly healthcare setting.
Ensured cleanliness and organization of the patient''s environment by performing light housekeeping tasks as needed.
Assisted in preventing bedsores for immobile patients through regular repositioning and attentive skin care practices.
Maintained a safe environment for patients with cognitive impairments, intervening when necessary to prevent harm.
Patient Sitter
Todays Heathcare
02.2021 - 12.2022
My job description was helping assist my client with care such as helping them brush their teeth etc making sure they was comfortable and meeting their needs
Restaurant Waiter
Dennys Diner
01.2011 - 2012
Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt attention to needs.
Accurately processed orders using POS systems, maintaining efficiency during peak hours.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and order accuracy.
Assisted in training new team members on service standards and operational procedures.
Managed cash handling and balanced cash drawers at the end of shifts.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to foster positive dining experiences.
Supported promotional events by engaging customers and enhancing menu knowledge for upselling opportunities.
Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
Supported fellow waitstaff through teamwork during busy times, sharing responsibilities as needed.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from guests.
Balanced excellent customer service with efficient task completion by multitasking effectively throughout each shift.
Maintained professional demeanor under pressure while managing challenging situations involving dissatisfied customers.
Managed multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy on order placement and delivery.
Addressed guest concerns promptly and professionally, fostering a positive dining atmosphere.