Jamie Blair
Thomasville,NC
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
At Home Care Giver
Self-employeed
Loris, SC
10.2016 - Current
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly patient.
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, eating and toileting.
- Transported client to medical appointments and other errands as needed.
- Maintained a safe environment by following safety protocols and procedures.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the client.
- Administered medications according to prescribed instructions.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration rate.
- Assessed patient's condition on a regular basis and reported any changes to supervisor or healthcare professional.
- Recorded information related to care provided in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Prepared meals based on dietary requirements specified by the physician and nurse practitioner.
- Assisted with light housekeeping tasks including laundry, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Helped patients move in bed, turn, adjust position or change linens as required.
- Gave emotional support to family members of clients during visits or when necessary.
- Encouraged socialization among clients through conversation or participation in group activities.
- Provided assistance with exercise programs designed for individual needs.
- Engaged in meaningful conversations with clients to help maintain cognitive abilities.
- Kept accurate records of services performed using established documentation systems.
- Performed personal care services such as grooming, oral hygiene, nail care.
- Developed positive relationships with clients while respecting their right to privacy.
- Ensured that all health care directives were followed correctly.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Kitchen Manager
California Dreaming Restaurant
North Myrtle Beach, SC
02.2009 - 12.2015
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
- Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients as well as customer preferences.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative recipes that utilized fresh ingredients from local suppliers.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Provided feedback during tasting sessions to help refine existing dishes or develop new ones.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Kept kitchen equipment properly functioning by following manufacturer's operating instructions and educating staff on proper use.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomasville High School
Thomasville, NC06-1998
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Emotional Support
- Patient assistance
- Diabetes management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Meal Preparation
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Mobility Assistance
- Personal hygiene support
- Fall prevention
- Patient transportation
- Client documentation
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Patient Transport
- Client safety and first aid
- Medical Charting
- Quality program protocols
- Case management experience
- Patient lifting techniques
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Mobility support
- Housekeeping
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society
- Marching Band
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Recognizing & Responding To Suspicions Of Child Maltreatment 2024
- Prescription Misuse- Opioids 2024
- CannabisEDU 2024
- Alcohol and Other Drugs 2024
- Title IX Rights and Protections 2024
- Prescription Misuse- Stimulants and Depressants 2024
Timeline
At Home Care Giver
Self-employeed
10.2016 - Current
Kitchen Manager
California Dreaming Restaurant
02.2009 - 12.2015
- Recognizing & Responding To Suspicions Of Child Maltreatment 2024
- Prescription Misuse- Opioids 2024
- CannabisEDU 2024
- Alcohol and Other Drugs 2024
- Title IX Rights and Protections 2024
- Prescription Misuse- Stimulants and Depressants 2024
High School Diploma -
Thomasville High School