Gayrene Meade
Loxahatchee Groves,FL
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a diverse background spanning healthcare, fitness, and customer service. Excelled in patient care both at Palms West Hospital and currently in home healthcare demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and patient advocacy. Proven ability to thrive in stressful situations, enhancing patient and client satisfaction. Skilled in documentation and developing innovative care and fitness programs, achieving significant positive outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
04.2023 - Current
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
Home Health Caregiver
Volunteer Work
06.2020 - Current
- Assisted patient with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled client to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged patient to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Delivered top-notch care for child with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to multiple healthcare providers.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Medic
Palms West Hospital
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
Food and Beverage Manager
Aramark
11.2018 - 06.2020
- Enacted progressive disciplinary measures for staff, managed work zones, and oversaw opening and closing duties.
- Responded to customer complaints, addressing concerns, and distress with amicable interactions.
- Managed bar and wait staff and directed hiring program.
- Coordinated daily and nightly shift safety and sanitation procedures for bar areas and entire restaurant.
- Developed relationships with suppliers and vendors leading to special volume pricing discounts and availability.
- Verified staff compliance with accepted food and drink safety regulations, suggesting remedial training where necessary.
- Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Emergency Medical Technician
Medics Ambulance Service
04.2014 - 09.2016
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Customer Care Representative
24 Hour Fitness
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
- Logged call information and solutions provided into internal database.
- Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving.
- Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
- Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
Education
General Studies
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLCertificate - Emergency Medical Services
Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety
Coral Springs, FL2014
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Patient care
- Documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Working in stressful situations and environments
- Attention to detail
Additional Information
Due to an accident in 2020 that has left my eldest child in need of 24 hr nursing care, I have been out of work in the traditional sense. I did keep my job at Palms West Hospital for a while after but needed to take a break. I have been providing home healthcare services to my daughter as well as providing personal training services to clients either at home or the gym I attend.
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
04.2023 - Current
Medic
Palms West Hospital
07.2021 - 11.2022
Home Health Caregiver
Volunteer Work
06.2020 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
Aramark
11.2018 - 06.2020
Emergency Medical Technician
Medics Ambulance Service
04.2014 - 09.2016
Customer Care Representative
24 Hour Fitness
01.2011 - 04.2014
General Studies
Palm Beach State College
Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety
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