Jennifer Vogel
Houma,LA
Summary
I am a very ambitious woman. I do not break under pressure; I look for the safe and smart way to handle things that come my way.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed
Houma, LA
10.2017 - Current
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Assistant Manager
Tobacco Plus
Houma, LA
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Store Manager
Griffin's Poboy And Grille
Houma, LA
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Terrebonne High School
Houma, LA05-2002
Skills
- Basic Housekeeping
- Patient Companionship
- Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- Time Management
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Heavy Lifting
- Medical record-keeping
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Elderly Care
- Dependable and Responsible
- Flexible Schedule
Certification
I have been a CNA since high school and was recertified about 8 years after high school. I have been working in the caregiving field most my life.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed
10.2017 - Current
Assistant Manager
Tobacco Plus
02.2016 - 10.2017
Store Manager
Griffin's Poboy And Grille
02.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Terrebonne High School