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Dominique Banks

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Versatile and compassionate professional with experience at in patient care and emotional support. Skilled in meal preparation and case management, excel in creating personalized care plans and fostering social interaction. Proven track record of enhancing client satisfaction and well-being through dedicated service and efficient problem-solving.

Professional caregiver with substantial experience in delivering compassionate and attentive care. Adept at managing daily living activities, administering medications, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in all situations. Skilled in fostering safe and nurturing environment, maintaining patient dignity, and enhancing overall well-being. Caregiving professional prepared to deliver high-quality, personalized care. Proven track record of supporting clients in daily living activities and maintaining safe, nurturing environment. Valued for collaborative approach and responsiveness to evolving needs. Known for empathy and effective communication skills. Experienced with providing direct personal care and fostering supportive environment for clients. Utilizes strong communication and empathy to address individual needs and enhance well-being. Knowledge of adaptive techniques and safety procedures in caregiving settings. Experienced Caregiver accustomed to administering bedside and personal care, ambulation and personal hygiene assistance. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Caregiver

Banana Inc.
11.2019 - 10.2024
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their unique needs.
  • Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
  • Optimized meal planning according to dietary requirements, promoting healthy eating habits for improved health outcomes.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling accurate reporting to family members and healthcare professionals involved in their care plan.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between medical appointments, therapy sessions, and other activities as needed for the client's overall wellness journey.
  • Increased comfort levels for clients with disabilities by implementing customized care plans.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for employee's

Executive Assistant

The Loft Nonprofit 501c3
01.2015 - 11.2019
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Served as liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout company.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within workplace.
  • Proactively identified areas requiring attention or improvement aligning priorities effectively in line with executive preferences.
  • Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Managed approximately groups of 10-50 people per day.
  • Supported HR activities, facilitating hiring process by scheduling interviews and liaising with candidates.

Breakfast Attendant

Nola Hotel Groups
10.2012 - 08.2015
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, resulting in consistent quality of prepared foods.
  • Displayed strong attention to detail when setting up buffet stations or cleaning dining area after service.
  • Maintained proper food handling procedures by following safety and sanitation guidelines diligently.
  • Adhered to hotel brand standards when preparing meals and maintaining appearance of dining area.
  • Restocked serving dishes, utensils, and condiments as needed to ensure optimal availability for guests throughout breakfast service hours.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly while multitasking effectively during peak service times.
  • Assisted management with training new hires on proper food handling techniques and best practices for providing excellent guest experiences.
  • Monitored food inventory levels, minimizing waste and ensuring freshness of ingredients.
  • Managed food preparation tasks effectively, meeting demands of peak service hours with ease.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues in timely manner.
  • Established rapport with customers by providing friendly and attentive service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA
05-2007

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education

Merritt College
Oakland, CA
05.2025

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Medication Administration
  • Social interaction
  • Care Plan Management
  • Dressing assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavioral Management
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Dementia Care
  • Routine management
  • Patient Care
  • Recreational Activities
  • Case Management

Timeline

Personal Caregiver

Banana Inc.
11.2019 - 10.2024

Executive Assistant

The Loft Nonprofit 501c3
01.2015 - 11.2019

Breakfast Attendant

Nola Hotel Groups
10.2012 - 08.2015

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education

Merritt College

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
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