Kara Lough
Springfield,OH
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with a sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for others. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Dayton Children's Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Certified Yoga Teacher
Sunflower Yoga
03.2022 - Current
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
- Created relaxing ambience and protected students from distraction during restorative yoga classes.
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
- Supported students in identifying, setting and achieving personal goals.
Bar Manager
Stella Bleu
07.2020 - Current
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- As manager my responsibilities also include stock, inventory and product orders.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Sales Associate
MacRay Company
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Responsible for organization of orders and filing paperwork.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Production Technician
Pure Ohio Wellness
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and supervised production personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices.
- Checked system to receive orders and directions to correct item locations.
Education
Diploma -
Dayton School of Medical Massage
Dayton, OH10.2023
HS Diploma -
Catholic Central High School
Springfield, OH05.2017
Certification in STNA -
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH08.2016
Skills
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Organizational standards
- Healthcare operations
- Case management
- Decision making
- Relationship building
- Medical terminology
- Strong Knowledge of Body Mechanics
- Understanding of Human Behavior
Certification
- Certified Yoga Teaher , House Of Aum, Yellow Springs, OH - 2022
- State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) , Ohio - 2016-2020
Affiliations
- American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) - 2022 - Current
- Leadership Team Development (LTD)- 2018 - Current Independent Business Owner
- Yoga Alliance- 2022
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Dayton Children's Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
MacRay Company
04.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Yoga Teacher
Sunflower Yoga
03.2022 - Current
Production Technician
Pure Ohio Wellness
06.2021 - 12.2021
Bar Manager
Stella Bleu
07.2020 - Current
Diploma -
Dayton School of Medical Massage
HS Diploma -
Catholic Central High School
Certification in STNA -
Clark State Community College
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