John Harvey
Ruther Glen,Virginia
Summary
Well-qualified Personal Care worker skilled in delivering top-quality home care support. Effective at ambulating patients, meeting personal grooming needs and administering medications. Detail-oriented in maintaining clean and organized personal areas to support daily living safety. Experienced Caregiver accustomed to administering bedside and personal care, ambulation and personal hygiene assistance. Punctual individual enthusiastically handling activities of daily living and meals in home and institutional environments. Conscientious and attentive professional available to work any shift and holidays. Skilled in ambulation assistance and patient transportation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Care Provider
PPL
01.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
- Facilitated recovery by assisting patients with physical therapy exercises and mobility support.
- Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Richmond City
03.2010 - 11.2019
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing advanced wastewater treatment processes and techniques.
- Reduced operating costs by optimizing equipment usage and identifying areas for energy conservation.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Evaluated new technologies in wastewater treatment, recommending innovative solutions to improve overall plant performance.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open communication, collaboration, and shared learning among operators.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
- Tested water samples and made adjustments to remove harmful bacteria and organism to guarantee water safety and quality of taste and smell.
- Adjusted water treatment levels to correct below-standard variances
- Optimized water levels in tanks and other systems for best flow and quality.
Merchandiser
Coke Cola Enterprises
06.2000 - 12.2009
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
- Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
- Coordinated special events or promotions within the store environment, creating excitement around featured products or limited-time offers.
- Optimized inventory turnover by closely monitoring sell-through rates and adjusting replenishment orders accordingly.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Collaborated with store managers to determine best placement for merchandise displays.
- Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
- Incorporated new design techniques to create innovative and eye-catching displays.
Education
High School Diploma -
WURZBURG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL DoD
Germany 06.1987
Skills
- Client documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Progress Documentation
- Care Plan Adherence
Certification
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- Certified Virginia Wastewater Class 2 license #1965006706,
- Licensed Virginia WaterClass 4 license #1955006711,
Timeline
Home Care Provider
PPL
01.2020 - Current
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Richmond City
03.2010 - 11.2019
Merchandiser
Coke Cola Enterprises
06.2000 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
WURZBURG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL DoD