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Karen Kitiona

FARMINGTON,Utah

Summary

Seasoned candidate with 30 years of progressive experience with focus on promoting a culture of safety at all levels. Knowledgeable and eager to leverage knowledge in occupational health and safety. Committed to establishing and communicating clear objectives for all learning activities. Organized and dependable candidate with experience with various administrative tasks such as preparing agendas, scheduling meetings and providing customer assistance and managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver Attendant

Davis Healthcare
Farmington, UT
10.2023 - Current
  • Observed patient behavior, documented incidents, reported concerns promptly.
  • Provided compassionate care while ensuring client safety and comfort.
  • Recorded patient information such as condition, diet and progress reports.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals dealing with illness, disability or other life challenges.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Administered medications in accordance with physician's orders.

Emergency Care Program Instructor

Utah Safety Council
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2023 - Current
  • Instruct first aid principles and techniques for company employees in the State of Utah
  • Instruct students on cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.
  • Promote CPR and AED skills through demonstrations and repetition.
  • Prepare the classroom before class by setting up proper tables and seating arrangements, computer and projector with screen, whiteboards, markers, pencils, training equipment, workbooks and supplies.
  • Evaluate students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Reinforce and apply previously learned concepts and skills throughout course

Health Safety & Environmental Officer

American Samoa Power Authority
Pago Pago , American Samoa
07.2001 - 11.2015
  • Trained and certified first team of first responders in utility company
  • Initiated first Region 9 OSHA local training that certified and benefited not only utility company but also private sectors in territory
  • Maintained good benchmarking status with insurance carriers which kept medical coverage for workforce through wellness programs and upheld good partnerships
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analysis.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
  • Investigated incidents, determined root causes and implemented corrective actions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Reduced waste by streamlining territory's recycling program.

Education

Pathway Connect Certificate - Professional Studies, Life Skills, Math

BYU-Worldwide Pathway Connect
Online

Associate of Science - Accounting

American Samoa Community College
Pago Pago, AS

High School Diploma -

Leone High School
Pago Pago, AS

Skills

  • Ability to anticipate needs, forecast conditions, set goals, standards, and measure results
  • Ability to work well with others in fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Cultural Awareness
  • OSHA
  • Accounting
  • Health and Safety
  • Vehicle Safety
  • Worker Training
  • Procedure Implementation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Risk Management
  • Work Process Analysis
  • Leadership Skills
  • Retail and Sales
  • Attention to Detail
  • Compassionate Care
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Oral/Written Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Special Project Coordination Skills
  • Trainer Skills
  • Public Relations Skills

Certification

  • 09/15/2023 First Aid, CPR & AED 8th Edition Instructor with NSC (USC Local Chapter)
  • 07/28/2023 First Aid, CPR & AED Instructor Development course with NSC (USC Local Chapter)
  • 09/02/2022 Occupational Safety Essentials, Utah Safety Council
  • 07/24-25/2014 OSHA 7115 - LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, OSHA Training Institute Education Center
  • 07/23/2014 OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health Card
  • 01/19/2010 FEMA ICS 402
  • 11/03-14/2008 80-hour Overhead Distribution Line Training Course (D.Hittle & Associates Inc,.)
  • 07/08-10/2008 Hazardous Materials Incidents: Health and Safety for Responders 24-hour Training (UC Davis Extension University of California)
  • 05/15/2008 AHA Core Instructor Course
  • 08/19/2005 Industrial Fire Fighter Certificate, University of Nevada, Reno Fire Science Academy
  • 05/14/2002 8-hour HAZWOPER Marine Oil Spill Response Refresher (29 CFR 1910.120(e)(8)
  • 10/30/2001 Project 2000 Level 1 - INETS Training
  • 01/10/2001 Toastmasters International
  • 12/07/2000 HAZWOPER Responder Refresher - Certified Industrial Hygiene Services (Science and Technology Protecting Lives and the Environment)
  • 12/10/1999 HAZWOPER 24-hour Responder - Certified Industrial Hygiene Services (Science and Technology Protecting Lives and the Environment)

Languages

Samoan
Full Professional
English
Full Professional

Affiliations

* 2008-2012 Member of the Special Project Division of the Chief Executive Officer Department

* 2009-2011 Supervised Group of Emergency workers for Utility Company - Tsunami Archive Recovery Project

* 2009-2012 Instrumental in leading Island Wide Recycling Project to off-set utility bills for customers

* 2002-2009 Volunteer at the Island Wide Vet Clinic

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiver Attendant

Davis Healthcare
10.2023 - Current

Emergency Care Program Instructor

Utah Safety Council
07.2023 - Current

Health Safety & Environmental Officer

American Samoa Power Authority
07.2001 - 11.2015

Pathway Connect Certificate - Professional Studies, Life Skills, Math

BYU-Worldwide Pathway Connect

Associate of Science - Accounting

American Samoa Community College

High School Diploma -

Leone High School

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