Kanita Livingston
Anchorage,AK
Summary
More than 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Caregiver in Long term care facilities, Hospitals, Assisted Living Communities and Home Health Agencies in the state of Michigan and Texas. Acquired 10 years of experience in leadership while working in Home Health and the Hospitality Industry.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Manager
Hope Community Resources
09.2023 - Current
- Managed home of 3 recipients while coordinating care for the residents
- Conducted regular property inspections and reported any necessary repairs or improvements.
- Trained and coached staff to consistently meet residents' needs with caring, knowledgeable and safe support.
- Supervised staff in home
- Trained new staff on care plans, documentation, personal funds, and home funds management fire safety, diaster procedures, and the overall general safety of support recipients.
- Taught staff the importance of balanced meal preparation
- Scheduled appointments as well as provided transportation
- Supported recipients in the community to assist with a fun and fulfilling life
Traveling DSP
Hope Community Resources
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Trained to work in a variety of homes with support recipients requiring a range of supports or care needs
- Worked a variety of shifts to meet the needs of the home being covered
- Replace the live-in for short or long term assignments
- Led a team of Direct Support professionals who wonk in the home ensuring the implementation of the support plans.
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Denton, TX
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living including but not limited to bathing, grooming, mobility, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders and companionship.
- Prepared balanced meals according to client’s diet.
- Promoted Mental health with stimulating activities and conversations.
- Maintained clean home environment.
- Encouraged patient independence with caring support for personal hygiene and mobility needs. Built strong relationships with client’s families and members of the community.
Catering Captain
Flik Hospitality
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Organized, scheduled and monitored catering staff to ensure all necessary tasks were completed in a timely manner.
- Trained new hires on proper sanitation practices when handling food items as well as customer service skills.
- Supervised team of 10 employees in restaraunt establishment, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during preparation, storage and serving of food items.
- Prepared weekly schedules for catering staff based on upcoming events and projected staffing needs.
Building Operations Director
The Way Impact Christian Center
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Established relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms for materials or services.
- Guided and motivated staff to drive maximum performance.
- Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.
- Worked closely with all department heads to coordinate times to get staff in to remodel office spaces
Nationally Certified Hospitality Supervisor
Benchmark Hospitality
Westlake, TX
06.2011 - 08.2014
- Scheduled shifts for all hospitality staff members in accordance with budgeted labor costs.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to discuss performance issues or concerns.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Supervised team of 14 employees in Hotel establishment, maintaining positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
Lead Medication Aide
Grace Home Health Plano,TX
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bickford Cottage Portage, MI
02.2009 - 06.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendship Village
07.2007 - 01.2009
Patient Care Technician (Psychiatric Unit)
Tendercare of Kalamazoo Kalamazoo, MI
08.2005 - 07.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Borgess Nursing Home Kalamazoo, MI
08.2002 - 09.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Healthcare Center Kalamazoo, MI
03.1997 - 08.2002
Education
Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant -
Comstock High School
01.1998
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
01.1992
Skills
- Resident Assistance
- Client Transportation
- Safety Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Staff Coordination
- Decision-Making
- Reliability
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Resident Manager
Hope Community Resources
09.2023 - Current
Traveling DSP
Hope Community Resources
07.2023 - 09.2023
Catering Captain
Flik Hospitality
01.2018 - 07.2019
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Denton, TX
05.2017 - 08.2023
Building Operations Director
The Way Impact Christian Center
09.2014 - 08.2018
Nationally Certified Hospitality Supervisor
Benchmark Hospitality
06.2011 - 08.2014
Lead Medication Aide
Grace Home Health Plano,TX
06.2010 - 06.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bickford Cottage Portage, MI
02.2009 - 06.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendship Village
07.2007 - 01.2009
Patient Care Technician (Psychiatric Unit)
Tendercare of Kalamazoo Kalamazoo, MI
08.2005 - 07.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Borgess Nursing Home Kalamazoo, MI
08.2002 - 09.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Healthcare Center Kalamazoo, MI
03.1997 - 08.2002
Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant -
Comstock High School
High School Diploma -
Valley High School
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