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Jacob Buchl

Mantorville,MN

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in senior health care, showcasing exceptional interpersonal communication and compassionate care. Excelled in enriching resident experiences, engagement, and satisfaction through coordinated activities and musical performances.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Activities Aide

Pine Haven Care Center
02.2023 - Current
  • Scheduled and facilitated activities for residents.
  • Worked with nursing and dietary staff.
  • Escorted residents to and from activities, mealtimes, and rooms.
  • Socialized with residents and family members.
  • Sorted and handed out mail.
  • Served afternoon coffee and snacks.
  • Assisted residents with televisions, cellphones, and iPads.
  • Played and sang live acoustic music.
  • Assisted with delivering meals as needed.
  • Charted resident activities.

Contract Musician

Self-employeed
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Performed live acoustic music.
  • Sang and played classic country, classic folk, original works, and instrumentals on guitar.
  • Scheduled performances and managed bookkeeping.

Activities Assistant

FAIRVIEW CARE CENTER
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided various activities for residents including board and card games, trivia, movie nights, balloon and ball games, and sing alongs.
  • Socialized with and cared for residents.
  • Assisted residents to and from designated areas.
  • Served afternoon coffee and snacks.
  • Communicated and assisted nursing, kitchen, and housekeeping staff as needed.
  • Assisted residents with video calls.
  • Played and sang acoustic music.
  • Picked up mail from post office and delivered it to residents.
  • Watered and tended to indoor and outdoor plants.
  • Charted resident activities and additional care as needed.

Concierge/Receptionist and Dietary Aide

River Bend Senior Living
05.2017 - 03.2019
  • Answered and transferred calls.
  • Operated pager system.
  • Coordinated with business department, nursing, transportation, and cooking staff.
  • Welcomed and assisted visitors and care agents.
  • Assisted and socialized with residents.
  • Assisted in transportation communication and scheduling.
  • Mailed letters.
  • Created table menus for the dining area.
  • Operated printer/copier machine.
  • Played music and coordinated movie and television viewing.
  • Served food and washed dishes.
  • Took care of indoor plants.
  • Entry way snow and ice removal.

Lawn Care and Snow Removal

Self-employeed
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Provided lawn care and snow removal services to the neighborhood.

Aquatic Staff - Concessions

City of Kasson
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Provided customers with snacks and drinks.
  • Managed cash register.
  • Kept nearby environment clean.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
12-2025

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Activity Planning
  • Disability Awareness
  • Documentation skills
  • Group Dynamics

Timeline

Activities Aide

Pine Haven Care Center
02.2023 - Current

Contract Musician

Self-employeed
01.2022 - 01.2023

Activities Assistant

FAIRVIEW CARE CENTER
05.2019 - 12.2021

Concierge/Receptionist and Dietary Aide

River Bend Senior Living
05.2017 - 03.2019

Aquatic Staff - Concessions

City of Kasson
06.2013 - 09.2013

Lawn Care and Snow Removal

Self-employeed
01.2008 - 01.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

Rochester Community And Technical College
Jacob Buchl