Compassionate Caregiver known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in personal care assistance, medication management, and mobility support. Excel at communication, patience, and empathy to provide exceptional care and companionship. Adapt quickly to changing patient needs and environments, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Morgan Hill, CA
11.2015 - Current
Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Retail Sales Associate
Work World
Gilroy, CA
06.2021 - 11.2023
Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
Provided product information and answered customer questions.
Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
Organized displays to attract customers and promote sales.
Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
Receiving Associate
Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
Gilroy, CA
03.2018 - 04.2019
Organized backroom storage areas by item type in order to maximize space utilization.
Sorted and labeled items according to size, type, style, color or product code.
Provided assistance in loading customer orders onto delivery trucks for shipment.
Inspected goods for damages or defects, reported issues to supervisor and resolved discrepancies with suppliers.
Received incoming shipments and verified contents against purchase orders, packing slips and invoices.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations while working in the receiving area.
Unloaded trucks manually or using a hand truck or dolly when necessary.
Stocked shelves with newly arrived inventory and removed outdated items.
Operated material handling equipment to move pallets of merchandise from receiving area to storage locations.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
Gilroy, CA
11.2016 - 02.2017
Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Old Navy, Gap
Gilroy, CA
10.2015 - 02.2016
Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
Provided product information and answered customer questions.
Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Valenti Farms
Gilroy, CA
05.2014 - 09.2014
Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
Conducted price markdowns to clear overstock merchandise quickly and efficiently.
Organized backroom storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
Ensured compliance with local health department regulations including sanitation standards for food products.
Completed daily paperwork tasks such as creating shift reports or entering time into payroll system accurately.
Checked expiration dates on products regularly to prevent expired items from being sold.
Assisted in stocking shelves and keeping the store clean and organized.
Processed payments using POS systems accurately and efficiently.
Received shipments from vendors ensuring that all invoices were accurate with no discrepancies found between invoice amounts versus actual received quantities.
Operated cash register, accepted payments, and issued receipts for purchases.
Housekeeping and Laundry Attendant
Leavesly-Inn
Gilroy, CA
06.1989 - 11.1998
Followed established safety guidelines while operating equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
Inspected each room after housekeeping staff completed their work.
Cleaned bathrooms, dusting furniture, vacuuming carpets and mopping floors.
Responded to guest requests for extra towels, blankets or other items.
Swept walkways around the building exterior as part of outdoor cleaning tasks.
Greeted guests upon arrival to provide them with a pleasant welcome experience.
Washed, dried, folded and ironed clothes according to customers' preferences.
Removed garbage from trash containers in public areas and guest rooms on a regular basis.
Replenished amenities such as soaps, shampoos and toiletries in guest rooms.
Sanitized surfaces throughout the facility including countertops, door handles.
Changed bed sheets daily according to hotel standards and procedures.
Reported any maintenance issues to the manager immediately for resolution.
Delivered requested items such as additional pillows or blankets promptly to guests.
Stocked linen closets with fresh linens and supplies.
Provided excellent customer service to ensure guest satisfaction levels were met.
Checked inventory of cleaning supplies and ordered more when needed.
Ensured all guest rooms were clean, comfortable and stocked with necessary amenities.
Cleaned windowsills, mirrors and fixtures in bathrooms as part of daily duties.
Removed trash from rooms and replaced liners to wastebaskets.
Polished and sanitized floors, counters, bathtubs and window sills.
Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
Checked bathrooms, restocking towels, rugs and toiletries before guest check-in.
Coached new housekeeping personnel by demonstrating approved cleaning procedures.
Furnished guests with clean linens and supplied rooms with toiletries.