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Jana Van Amburg

Stanwood

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Private Residence, adept at enhancing clients' quality of life through personalized daily living assistance and emotional support. Proven ability to manage time effectively while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Skilled in problem-solving and fostering strong relationships, promoting independence and dignity in care. I understand what hard work is like, as all my working career has been physically demanding work.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Private Residence
Sammamish, WA
01.2022 - 04.2024
  • 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.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.

Server

JaKs
Issaquah, WA
02.2017 - 12.2021
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Enhanced team efficiency, collaborating effectively in high-pressure settings.


Manager: Leslie Smith-(425)-260-4188

Server

Rogue Ales
Issaquah, WA
10.2012 - 12.2016
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.



Manager: Nikki Foster (425) 577-0434

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration

Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Personal hygiene assistance

Timeline

Caregiver

Private Residence
01.2022 - 04.2024

Server

JaKs
02.2017 - 12.2021

Server

Rogue Ales
10.2012 - 12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration

Seattle Central Community College
Jana Van Amburg