Driven and versatile professional with a track record of exceeding sales goals by upselling warranties at C+J Creations and enhancing patient care at Guardian Angel Home Health. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and effective communication skills. Known for creating positive outcomes and maintaining high-quality standards across diverse roles. Achieves results through attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanent Jewelry Specialist
C+J Creations
09.2023 - Current
Upsold warranties and purchase add-ons to customers to drive sales revenues and achieve sales goals.
Worked with individual clients to design unique pieces, communicating effectively to establish vision and specifications.
Asked open-ended questions to determine exactly what customers required, available budgets and target recipient for each purchase.
Conducted in-depth research to identify sourcing for high-quality materials and stones at attainable pricing.
Maintained equipment in good working order, completing adjustments and repairs to promote longevity.
Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment.
Completed accurate retail and wholesale valuations of metals, gemstones and completed works.
Checked completed jewelry pieces to evaluate quality and made adjustments to align with customer demands.
Offered clients and employees expertise on repair needs, educating about feasible repairs and potential problems.
Met with customers throughout jewelry making processes to define needs and expectations, discuss budgets, showcase designs and assess satisfaction.
Completed accurate measures of customers to produce well-sized pieces proportional to individual dimensions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Guardian Angel Home Health
07.2009 - 08.2021
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Phlebotomist
Guardian Angel Home Health
07.2010 - 12.2020
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Hair Stylist
Utipia Salon & Spa
09.2013 - 12.2016
Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
Provided pre- and post-service consultations to accurately assess clients' needs.