Jacqueline Jackie Wallace
Henderson,LA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in costume design and alterations, honed at Sew and Sew Alterations. Proven ability in problem-solving and attention to detail, successfully creating custom garments and enhancing production workflows. Skilled in managing client relationships and maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Sew and Sew Alterations
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
- Managed costume fittings and alterations
- Conducted research on historical fashion trends to inform period-specific designs
- Created detailed documentation for each costume piece
- Designed and assembled costumes for various events: historical, mardi gras, bridal, public and private events
- Designed and constructed custom garments to meet client specifications.
- Operated industrial sewing machines to ensure high-quality fabric manipulation.
- Developed and implemented efficient sewing techniques to enhance production workflow.
- Collaborated with clients to determine design preferences and technical requirements.
- Maintained inventory of fabrics and supplies, managing reordering processes effectively.
- Resolved garment fitting issues through alterations and adjustments based on client feedback.
- Altered and hemmed garments to create custom-fitted styles.
- Measured and cut fabric for garment construction according to customer specifications.
- Tailored garments to client specifications, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Ensured accurate measurements were taken for each clients project, resulting in well-fitting final products that required minimal adjustments
- textile conservator and restoration of antique domestic quilts and coverlets and clothing
Medical Records Specialist
Laborde Diagnostics
11.2005 - 08.2014
- Implemented strategic solutions to enhance electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with IT team members to troubleshoot technical issues related to health information systems, ensuring minimal disruption to department workflows.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations through thorough staff training and continuous monitoring of security protocols surrounding patient data management.
- Implemented a robust document retention policy, ensuring that all legal requirements related to long-term storage were met efficiently while minimizing storage costs for the organization.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scanning and indexing important documents and files.
- Optimized records maintenance procedures, ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to improve data accuracy.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Improved patient care by maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records for easy access by healthcare practitioners
- Completed daily delivery assignments while adhering to strict time constraints, ensuring consistent service quality.
- Handled sensitive documents securely, maintaining confidentiality and protecting client information.
- worked closely with the radiologist and attorney offices on documents and remote affidavits.
Interpretive Park Ranger: Collections Care Special
Louisiana State Parks/ Longfellow-Evangeline SHS
04.1995 - 10.2005
- Developed and led educational programs to enhance visitor understanding of park ecosystems.
- Oversaw volunteer coordination, maximizing community involvement in park activities.
- Conducted guided tours, fostering appreciation for natural resources among diverse audiences.
- R and D on historic costumes for interpretive education and storytelling
- Developed detailed costume sketches and technical specifications for historic staff.
- R and D on state parks costume facilities and textile conservatory.
- Gathered props to authenticate designs and desired looks.
- Participated in annual physical inventories to verify accuracy of records and identify any discrepancies that needed correction.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels and movement trends, providing valuable information for decision-making purposes.
Education
No Degree - Historic Preservation
Campbell Center For Historic Preservation
Mt Carroll, Illinois01-2002
Bachelor of Arts - History
Univerisity of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA12-2001
Skills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Computer skills
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sew and Sew Alterations
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
Medical Records Specialist
Laborde Diagnostics
11.2005 - 08.2014
Interpretive Park Ranger: Collections Care Special
Louisiana State Parks/ Longfellow-Evangeline SHS
04.1995 - 10.2005
No Degree - Historic Preservation
Campbell Center For Historic Preservation
Bachelor of Arts - History
Univerisity of Louisiana At Lafayette
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