Frank A James
Entrepreneur Psychiatric Hospital Staff
Bartlett,TN
Summary
Hardworking Transportation professional with superior record of towing cars, vans, and trucks of all sizes using different hauling vehicles. Knowledgeable about roadside assistance procedures and experienced in working with law enforcement professionals.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
The Edge CoffeeHouse
06.1994 - 05.2013
- The Edge Started as a tiny coffee operation, with a plastic espresso machine from Sears, a time share with an existing delicatessen. We transformed it from a deli to a coffeehouse every day until we got our own physical building. By 1996 we were the first internet cafe in Memphis, I went to Portland and Seattle to learn all I could about the coffee business we had a phenomenal blend and stellar signature drinks. I designed and built my own 50-pound coffee roaster and roasted the coffee for our blend. The Edge became what I still fondly refer to as a 5,000 square foot cultural experience. We maintained web presence had live music at least 3 days a week, plus karaoke and songwriters’ night, poetry, pool tournaments, a cigar club, I could increase the list every part of it was my job description. I closed and opened several times up to May of 2013.
Lawn Technician
Cutting Edge Lawn Care
01.1966 - 01.2006
- Maintained private homes and commercial properties. I am proficient with many tools. I maintained equipment as necessary for a full-service company spanning all aspects of lawn care including trees shrubs and flower beds.
Unit Secretary, Psychiatric Technician
St Joseph Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1994
- As a Psychiatric Unit Secretary, I provided administrative support for St. Joseph's Children and Youth unit and managed patient records, scheduling, and communication to ensure efficient operations. I handled transcribing doctor's orders, coordinating patient admissions and discharges, and charting for a census 30 to 80 while answering phones and maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive patient information. This role is crucial for supporting the clinical staff so they can focus on patient care.
Psychiatric Technician, Clinical Assistant
The Mid South Hospital
02.1988 - 07.1991
- As a Psychiatric Technician my Core responsibilities were to provide direct patient care, monitor patient well-being, and support treatment plans under the supervision of the nursing staff and treatment team, Their duties included observing and reporting vital signs and patient behavior, assisting with daily living activities, administering medications, and leading therapeutic or recreational activities. They also help maintain a safe environment, document patient progress, and communicate that to the rest of the team at the shift report.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Operations Manager
Frank James Mustangs
09.1986 - 02.1988
- Oversaw restoration of classic Ford Mustangs supervised 11 employees, including welders, mechanics, paint and body, etc. We built beautiful cars.
14th Colony Lighting Manufacturing Systems Design
01.1986 - 01.1986
- Designed and installed urethane spray booth, built rigs and jigs for manufacture of high end lighting fixtures by unskilled employees.
Buffer Polisher
Frank James Mobile Detailing
01.1983 - 01.1986
- Wash buff, polish automobiles.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Warehouseman, Fork Lift Driver
Atlantic Pacific Ezon Auto Parts
02.1981 - 10.1984
- I was an Order puller, Flow rack stoker, forklift driver and rotated through all the positions in the warehouse i.e. order checker, order shipper etc. in a 500,000 square foot warehouse. I was radio dispatched and drove a Hyster Model 30 Narrow Isle Stocking forklift with extendable forks.
Tow Truck Driver
K & S Wrecker
06.1981 - 08.1981
- We were on the City of Memphis Police List to respond to crashes. I drove the wrecker, and I pulled and recycled parts from scrapyard.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
01.1979 - 11.1981
- I opened, closed and worked all shifts and positions between, I was responsible for all phases of receiving, prepping, cooking, serving Taco bell food. Customer service skills and I opened and closed and 3 cash registers. I was not a manager, but I filled in for the manager as necessary.
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
Stock-Boy
McLemore’s Mkt
01.1977 - 01.1979
- Stocked store shelves and fronted shelves weekly, stocked cooler daily, maintained cleanliness of the store inside and out, and I trained stock-boys for other locations.
Frank James Leather
01.1976 - 01.1979
- I was an independent leather craftsman, I sold belts bracelets and key fobs at school and flea markets.
Clean-up Boy
Tops Barbeque
01.1976 - 01.1978
- Swept mopped cleaned parking lot, washed large windows, and shoveled BBQ pit stacked pork shoulders in walk-in cooler. Maintained the cleanliness of the inside and outside of the store.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Memphis State University
Memphis, TN 05.2001 -
Skills
Coffee and Espresso Knowledge
Public relations
Marketing
Budget administration
Business Management
Tech Savvy
Webmaster
Timeline
No Degree - Psychology
Memphis State University
05.2001 -
Owner Operator
The Edge CoffeeHouse
06.1994 - 05.2013
Unit Secretary, Psychiatric Technician
St Joseph Hospital
01.1991 - 01.1994
Psychiatric Technician, Clinical Assistant
The Mid South Hospital
02.1988 - 07.1991
Operations Manager
Frank James Mustangs
09.1986 - 02.1988
14th Colony Lighting Manufacturing Systems Design
01.1986 - 01.1986
Buffer Polisher
Frank James Mobile Detailing
01.1983 - 01.1986
Tow Truck Driver
K & S Wrecker
06.1981 - 08.1981
Warehouseman, Fork Lift Driver
Atlantic Pacific Ezon Auto Parts
02.1981 - 10.1984
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
01.1979 - 11.1981
Stock-Boy
McLemore’s Mkt
01.1977 - 01.1979
Frank James Leather
01.1976 - 01.1979
Clean-up Boy
Tops Barbeque
01.1976 - 01.1978
Lawn Technician
Cutting Edge Lawn Care
01.1966 - 01.2006