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Jami Black

Jami Black

Linden,AL

Summary

Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Nutrition Worker

Demopolis City Schools
09.2023 - Current
  • Assessed nutritional needs of participants to provide individual and family nutrition education.
  • Developed and implemented action plans to improve nutrition deficiencies and excesses.
  • Relayed order information to kitchen area and assisted other workers in preparing foods according to recipes.
  • Instructed children and families on appropriate therapeutic diets to help manage medical conditions.
  • Inspected meals served for conformance to prescribed diets, palatability and appearance.
  • Generated menus for 400+ children based on preferences, wellness goals and dietary needs.
  • Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.

Convenience Store Manager

Langley's Shell
06.2019 - 07.2023
  • Engaged with customers to check satisfaction with product quality, store cleanliness and service delivery
  • Oversaw food and beverage operations in line with health code standards and good practices for consumer safety
  • Recruited, hired and trained 5-8 customer-focused employees and built loyal, engaged and productive team with commitment to store success
  • Transformed unkempt, dusty store into sparkling clean, inviting retail showcase and inspired and incentivized team to continually maintain immaculate environment
  • Supervised worker activities to consistently complete opening, closing and daily procedures
  • Monitored employee productivity and suggested improvements for better productivity and service delivery
  • Orchestrated and launched computerized inventory management system that kept store shelves continually stocked with products customers needed
  • Coordinated routine responsibilities of staff and allocated resources to meet customer demand
  • Modeled service by treating customers as valued guests and cultivated congenial and profitable relationships with customers, resulting in unmatched level of return buyers
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.

Stay at Home Mom & Homemaker

Not Available
04.2018 - 06.2019
  • Maintained a home of 5 while pregnant with twins

Convenience Store Manager

Hwy 80 Shell
10.2016 - 04.2018
  • Engaged with customers to check satisfaction with product quality, store cleanliness and service delivery
  • Oversaw food and beverage operations in line with health code standards and good practices for consumer safety
  • Recruited, hired and trained [Number] customer-focused employees and built loyal, engaged and productive team with commitment to store success
  • Monitored employee productivity and suggested improvements for better productivity and service delivery
  • Supervised worker activities to consistently complete opening, closing and daily procedures
  • Transformed unkempt, dusty store into sparkling clean, inviting retail showcase and inspired and incentivized team to continually maintain immaculate environment
  • Coordinated routine responsibilities of staff and allocated resources to meet customer demand
  • Modeled service by treating customers as valued guests and cultivated congenial and profitable relationships with customers, resulting in unmatched level of return buyers
  • Revitalized under-performing store, boosted sales and profits to highest level among stores in regional chain and retained staff members at unprecedented levels
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel
  • Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

Restaurant Manager

Hardee's
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
  • Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations
  • Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods
  • Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity
  • Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs
  • Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service, food quality and accommodations
  • Enforced sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness and maintenance of dining and kitchen areas
  • Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
  • Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents
  • Created detailed reports on weekly and monthly revenues and expenses
  • Trained new employees to perform duties
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry
  • Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.

Bar Manager

Tennessee National Golf & Waterfront Community
04.2011 - 10.2015
  • Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff to improve customer retention and bolster sales
  • Restocked beer and liquor regularly and after special events
  • Increased revenue by promoting additional products and assisting with beverage menu
  • Monitored cash intake to reduce discrepancies
  • Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands
  • Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons
  • Planned and coordinated special events to boost customer numbers and profits
  • Reorganized bar stations to streamline service flow
  • Recommended food and drinks to patrons based on preference, pairings and special promotions.

Stay at Home Mother

Not Employed
09.2009 - 04.2011

Maintained a home of 3 children & spouse

Private Nurse

Donnie Mae Huckabee
11.2005 - 09.2009
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Participated in service education programs, patient care conferences and staff meetings to advance knowledge and foster multidisciplinary communication.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.
  • Reported general, physical, and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
  • Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Maintained open availability to rotate through on-call periods, night shifts and weekend visits.
  • Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.

Home Health Nurse

Bryan Whitfield Memorial Hospital
06.2003 - 11.2005
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodhaven Manor Nursing Home
01.2003 - 06.2003
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Warren Manor Health And Rehab
09.2002 - 01.2003
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.

Billing Clerk

Suttles Trucking
05.1999 - 09.2002
  • Answered customer invoice questions and resolved issues discovered during invoicing and collection process
  • Processed invoice payments and recorded information in account database
  • Processed and sent invoices, adjustments and credit memos to customers
  • Monitored past due accounts and pursued collections on outstanding invoices
  • Performed data import, scanning or manual keying processes to verify invoice accuracy
  • Managed all payments processing, invoicing and collections tasks
  • Reviewed data for deficiencies or errors to correct incompatibilities and review output
  • Leveraged billing systems and tools to prepare and distribute customer invoices based on billing criteria
  • Answered customer questions to maintain high satisfaction levels
  • Collected, posted and managed patient account payments
  • Assessed billing statements for correct diagnostic codes and identified problems with coding
  • Input statement information, reconciled accounts and resolved discrepancies
  • Developed strong professional rapport with vendors and clients
  • Maintained historical records by microfilming and filing documents
  • Reviewed purchase orders, sales tickets and charge slips to compute fees or charges due.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

George Corley Wallace State Community College - Selma
AL

Associate of Science - Nursing

Alabama Southern Community College
AL
05.2002

High School Diploma - undefined

Marengo Academy
AL
05.2000

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Professional and Courteous
  • Decision-Making
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Management
  • Managing Operations and Efficiency
  • Training and Development
  • Human Resources Management
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • Project Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Hiring and Training
  • Schedule Management
  • Staff Development
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Policy Administration
  • Goal Setting
  • MS Office
  • Financial Management
  • Problem Resolution
  • Task Delegation
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Administration and Reporting
  • Computer Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Reliability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptability
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Positive Attitude

Timeline

Child Nutrition Worker

Demopolis City Schools
09.2023 - Current

Convenience Store Manager

Langley's Shell
06.2019 - 07.2023

Stay at Home Mom & Homemaker

Not Available
04.2018 - 06.2019

Convenience Store Manager

Hwy 80 Shell
10.2016 - 04.2018

Restaurant Manager

Hardee's
10.2015 - 10.2016

Bar Manager

Tennessee National Golf & Waterfront Community
04.2011 - 10.2015

Stay at Home Mother

Not Employed
09.2009 - 04.2011

Private Nurse

Donnie Mae Huckabee
11.2005 - 09.2009

Home Health Nurse

Bryan Whitfield Memorial Hospital
06.2003 - 11.2005

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodhaven Manor Nursing Home
01.2003 - 06.2003

Licensed Practical Nurse

Warren Manor Health And Rehab
09.2002 - 01.2003

Billing Clerk

Suttles Trucking
05.1999 - 09.2002

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

George Corley Wallace State Community College - Selma

Associate of Science - Nursing

Alabama Southern Community College

High School Diploma - undefined

Marengo Academy
Jami Black