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Destiny McElwee

Lindale,GA

Summary

Resourceful pet care professional with comprehensive background in pet care, delivering attentive and compassionate services for animals. Expertise in feeding, grooming, and administering medications, coupled with strong ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with pet owners and work collaboratively with veterinary staff.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Care Provider

Rover.com
03.2023 - Current
  • Mitigated potential behavioral issues by implementing consistent routines based on individualized pet requirements.
  • Provided exceptional pet care during overnight stays, reducing stress levels for both clients and pets.
  • Increased animal comfort through regular grooming, bathing, and nail trimming services.
  • Supported senior pets experiencing age-related challenges with specialized attention focused on maintaining quality of life.
  • Improved client convenience through flexible scheduling options that accommodated varying work hours or travel plans.
  • Administered medications for various health conditions, contributing to improved overall pet health.
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.

Private Nanny

Bianca Bowers
07.2018 - 06.2025
  • Instructing children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits
  • Dressing children; bathing when necessary
  • Serving meals and snacks and regulating rest periods
  • Accompanying children to and from school; helping with homework
  • Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • To ensure order in activity areas, and performing general housekeeping duties
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.

House Cleaner

Leal Cleaning
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through proper use of cleaning products and equipment.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent high-quality service and friendly interactions.
  • Organized tasks efficiently, prioritizing workload according to client preferences and property requirements.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
  • Delivered customized cleaning solutions based on specific property layouts and homeowner preferences, resulting in tailored experiences that met unique needs.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.

Home Health Aide

Vivian Roberts
02.2017 - 11.2019
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.

Sales Associate/Cashier

The Children’s Place
07.2016 - 07.2018
  • Welcoming customers into the store
  • Staying knowledgeable about our range products
  • Recommending related products to increase customers’ options and enrich the shopping experience
  • Accepting and processing orders, operate the POS register and resolve returns issues
  • Promoting special sales, offers and awareness of store loyalty program

Hostess/Cashier/Drive Thru Attendee

Steak N’ Shake
02.2013 - 07.2015
  • Verified cash registers
  • Assisted co-workers when possible
  • Provided professional and kind service
  • Greeted customers friendly and attentively
  • Bussed, cleared, and cleaned tables efficiently
  • Resolved guest’s complaints to the best of my abilities
  • Assisted with take-out orders, cashing out, customer service, and restaurant cleanliness

Education

Associate of Arts - Humanities

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
05-2019

Associate of Arts Degree -

Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA
07-2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Pepperell High School
05.2013

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Pet grooming
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Cleaning and sanitization
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Pet Care Provider

Rover.com
03.2023 - Current

House Cleaner

Leal Cleaning
01.2022 - 03.2023

Private Nanny

Bianca Bowers
07.2018 - 06.2025

Home Health Aide

Vivian Roberts
02.2017 - 11.2019

Sales Associate/Cashier

The Children’s Place
07.2016 - 07.2018

Hostess/Cashier/Drive Thru Attendee

Steak N’ Shake
02.2013 - 07.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

Pepperell High School

Associate of Arts - Humanities

University of West Georgia

Associate of Arts Degree -

Georgia Highlands College