Gloria Parks
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Proven ability to handle tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues. Dedicated caregiver with experience in chronic illness management, hospice care, and nutritional planning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
Welliver/Parks Families
Kansas City, MO
02.2021 - 05.2025
- Provided compassionate personal care for families, ensuring comfort and emotional support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing quality of life for individuals in care.
- Managed medication schedules, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments and routines.
- Monitored health changes, reporting significant observations to family members and healthcare providers.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with physical therapy exercises, promoting improved mobility and overall health outcomes.
- Served as a dedicated advocate for patient needs when interacting with healthcare professionals or insurance companies.
- Provided end-of-life care and support for patients and their families, ensuring dignity, comfort, and emotional closure during difficult times.
- Supported patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
Intermodal Dispatcher
SuteCo
Kansas City, MO
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Coordinated intermodal transportation schedules to optimize efficiency and minimize delays.
- Managed communication between carriers, customers, and terminals to ensure seamless operations.
- Monitored real-time shipment status using tracking software to enhance visibility and accountability.
- Resolved service issues promptly, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Intermodal Office Clerk
Kansas City Intermodal
Kansas City, KS
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Maintained organized filing systems to ensure efficient document retrieval.
- Assisted in data entry tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Managed incoming communications, directing inquiries to appropriate departments.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Elementary School Clerk
North Kansas City School District
Kansas City, MO
08.2013 - 09.2014
- Managed student attendance records using administrative software.
- Assisted teachers with classroom organization and materials preparation.
- Provided clerical support in maintaining school supply inventory levels.
- Ensured compliance with school policies through diligent record-keeping practices.
- Streamlined processes for enrollment and registration, reducing paperwork errors and saving time for both staff and parents.
- Supported daily school operations by managing multiple tasks such as answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, and distributing mail.
- Contributed to a safe learning environment by monitoring students during lunchtime and recess periods.
- Collaborated with teachers to organize classroom materials, making it easier for them to access resources when needed.
- Aided in creating a welcoming atmosphere for new students and families by assisting in school orientation events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
Liberty, MONo Degree - Business
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, Missouri, MOSkills
- Transportation assistance
- Compassionate caregiving
- Emotional support
- Household management
- Hospice care
- Nutritional planning
- Dementia care
- Care plan development
- Legal guardianship
- Geriatric care
- Diabetes management
- Incontinence care
- Chronic illness management
- Palliative care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Physical therapy support
- Stroke recovery assistance
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Welliver/Parks Families
02.2021 - 05.2025
Intermodal Dispatcher
SuteCo
09.2018 - 10.2019
Intermodal Office Clerk
Kansas City Intermodal
09.2015 - 05.2018
Elementary School Clerk
North Kansas City School District
08.2013 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
No Degree - Business
Metropolitan Community College
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Welliver/Parks Families
02.2021 - 05.2025
Intermodal Dispatcher
SuteCo
09.2018 - 10.2019
Intermodal Office Clerk
Kansas City Intermodal
09.2015 - 05.2018
Elementary School Clerk
North Kansas City School District
08.2013 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Liberty High School
No Degree - Business
Metropolitan Community College