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James King

Hudson,ME

Summary

As a worker I find myself to be a hard worker and someone who can multitask yet stay organized. I am a fast learner with the proper communication and training. I stride to do the best I can and if possible go beyond what is needed of me.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs/Host Home Provider

Penquis/Self-employed
06.2009 - 05.2024
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Shaws'
09.2014 - 07.2019
  • Improved store efficiency by accurately stocking shelves and maintaining product organization overnight.
  • Assisted with special projects or displays as needed, ensuring timely completion and alignment with store goals.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere, consistently lending assistance when needed for timely task completion.
  • Conducted regular checks on expiration dates of perishable items, removing expired products from shelves in compliance with health regulations.
  • Reduced out-of-stock incidents by promptly unloading delivery trucks and efficiently sorting received goods.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company protocols and promptly reporting any hazards or concerns.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.

Direct TV Tech

Starlight/Self-employed
07.2013 - 08.2014
  • Full and Partial system installs.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues

Head Morning Chef

Sheraton Hotel
04.2010 - 07.2013
  • Cook and handled all meals that customers ordered.
  • Handled all prep work for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquets.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Bangor Daily New Delivery Driver

Monson Transportation
05.2009 - 04.2010
  • Daily route paper work checks.
  • Load and stack paper bundles into the trucks.
  • Delivered packages to customer businesses and paper carriers.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions to make deliveries.

Pizza and Sub Maker/Pizza Delivery Driver

Papa Gambino's
02.2009 - 04.2010
  • Assisted with opening and closing duties such as prepping ingredients, cleaning workspaces, and restocking supplies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting guests warmly, taking accurate orders, and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely order fulfillment.
  • Prepared and served hot and cold sandwiches and pizzas based on customer preferences.
  • Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
  • Assisted in expediting orders during peak times by aiding kitchen staff with food preparation when needed.
  • Maintained a clean driving record, ensuring safe and responsible transportation of food items.
  • Delivered orders to customers.

Overnight Worker

Mcdonalds
09.2006 - 02.2007
  • Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on company policies and procedures.
  • Completed overnight shift duties while maintaining the safety of both staff and customers onsite.
  • Operated various equipment to complete tasks, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
  • Assisted with overnight stocking and inventory management, resulting in a well-stocked and visually appealing store.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
EastCorinth, ME
08.2005

No Degree - Culinary Arts

United Technologies Center
Bangor, ME
06.2005

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer interaction
  • Power Tools and Equipment
  • Moderate Computer Knowledge
  • Moderate Culinary Skill
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal Preparation
  • First aid and safety
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Effective Communications
  • Clean driving record
  • Multitasking and Organization

Certification

DSP- Direct Support Professional

Timeline

Overnight Stocker and Receiver

Shaws'
09.2014 - 07.2019

Direct TV Tech

Starlight/Self-employed
07.2013 - 08.2014

Head Morning Chef

Sheraton Hotel
04.2010 - 07.2013

Caregiver, Special Needs/Host Home Provider

Penquis/Self-employed
06.2009 - 05.2024

Bangor Daily New Delivery Driver

Monson Transportation
05.2009 - 04.2010

Pizza and Sub Maker/Pizza Delivery Driver

Papa Gambino's
02.2009 - 04.2010

Overnight Worker

Mcdonalds
09.2006 - 02.2007

High School Diploma -

Central High School

No Degree - Culinary Arts

United Technologies Center

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