Irene Simmons
Nursing
Live Oak,TEXAS
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Health Care And Rehabilitation
Live Oak, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Manager
Creatick Hospitality And Cleaning Services
Doha, State of Qatar
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
Event Waitress
Kabayan Parties Organizing
Dubai, United Arabs of Emirates
10.2010 - 09.2016
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Arranged linens and table settings according to seating plan and event theme.
- Maintained flexible work schedule to meet event needs.
- Worked with catering staff to establish timely preparation and delivery of food and beverage orders.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Utilized proper food handling techniques to establish safety and quality of food served.
- Stored clean chafing dishes, tableware and platters after catering events to safeguard items and maintain consistent inventory.
- Prepared and maintained drink stations throughout catering events.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
Live Oak, TX06.2025
Associate of Science - Clinical Assisting
Wayland Baptist University - CALRegional
Live Oak, TX03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wayland Baptist University
Kapolei, HI06.2022
Associate of Arts - Fishery Technician
Northern Mindanao School of Fisheries
Matabao, Buenavista Agusan Del Norte Philippines03.2000
Skills
- Observation Documentation
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- Employee Training
- Managing Cash Register
- Contract Development and Management
- Configuration and Management
- Managing Files and Records
- Income and Expense Management
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally
- Managing Appointments
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Budget Controls
- Managing Routines
- Technical Proficiency
- Supplier Relations
- Business Planning
- Managing Scenes
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strategic Planning
- Job Assignments
- Time Management
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
- Overseeing Employees
- Plan Projects
- Managing Career Progression
- Finance and Accounting Operations
- Administration and Reporting
- Account and Territory Management
- Invoice Reconciliation
- Sales and Marketing
- Managing Revenue Projections
- Managing Laborers
- Project Management
- Negotiation
- Managing Pro Shops
- Customer Relationship Management
- Cross-Functional Team Management
- Productivity Performance
- Managing Multiple Tasks
- Account Management and Updating
- Team Leadership
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Timelines and Milestones
- Managing Defaults
- Managing Employee Relations
- Staff Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Special Requirements
- Sanitation Skills
- Event Supervision
- Menu Knowledge
- Order Placement
- Venue Accommodations
- Bus Tables
- Hospitality Management
- Food Assembly
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Building Brands
- Tray Passing
- Courteous Phone Demeanor
- Surface Work
- Food Running Skills
- Workflow Coordination
- Warm and Friendly
- Set Up Procedures
- Customer Satisfaction
- Delivering Food
- Menu Offerings
- Production Standards
- Customer Preferences
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- Security Monitoring
- Emergency Situations
- Table Setting Arrangements
- High-Volume Dining
- Procedure Preparation
- Menu Memorization and Presentation
- Table Bussing
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Rotation Procedures
- Guest Relations
- Equipment Management
- Practice Management
- Ability to Lift 30 Pounds
- To-Go Order Preparation
- High-End Event Experience
- Table Monitoring and Turnover
- Professional Relationships
- Customer Deliveries
- Plating and Presentation
- Hand-Eye Coordination
Languages
Arabic
Japanese
Tagalog
Bisaya
English
Additional Information
Professor Abel Candia
210-288-3283
abel.candia@wayland.wbu.edu
Wayland Baptist University, Live Oak, TX
Barbara Lopez
520-249-5944
lopezb@wbu.edu
Wayland Baptist University, Sierra Vista, AZ
Mark Schuttner
520-227-0924
mark.schuttner@wayland.wbu.edu
Wayland Baptist University, Sierra Vista, AZ
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Health Care And Rehabilitation
01.2022 - Current
Manager
Creatick Hospitality And Cleaning Services
02.2018 - 09.2019
Event Waitress
Kabayan Parties Organizing
10.2010 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
Associate of Science - Clinical Assisting
Wayland Baptist University - CALRegional
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Wayland Baptist University
Associate of Arts - Fishery Technician
Northern Mindanao School of Fisheries