KARISSA DOWNS
BAY CITY,TEXAS
Summary
Motivated, diverse, and detailed oriented associate looking to re-enter the workforce into a position that will utilize my abilities developed through my experience and that will allow for personal growth and advancement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner/Operator
ROCKIN’ D RANCH
03.2015 - Current
- My duties are to maintain cattle herd records and registrations, veterinary records, and ranch equipment records.
- Maintain all incoming and outgoing billing and invoices.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Complete and file yearly taxes.
- Streamlined daily operations by supervising a team of ranch hands and delegating tasks accordingly.
- Schedule any veterinary appointments or any services needed for the ranch.
- I administer light veterinary medicine as needed.
- Enhanced animal welfare through proper nutrition, healthcare, and monitoring procedures.
- Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
CARE PROVIDER
ALBRIGHT HOMECARE
04.2022 - 12.2022
- My duties were to assist my client in completing task that are outside their physical capabilities
- Assisted client in paying bills; running errands such as pick up medicine and groceries; take client to all appointments; keep the client’s schedule up to date.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the supervising nurse or physician for timely intervention.
- Promoted social, emotional, and physical health through diverse activities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors effectively by utilizing de-escalation techniques and maintaining professional composure.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or other outings as needed while ensuring safety at all times during transport transitions.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
ATTENDANT CARE PROVIDER
A BETTER HOMECARE
02.2019 - 04.2022
- My duties were to assist my client in completing task that are outside their physical capabilities
- Assisted client in paying bills; running errands such as pick up medicine and groceries; take client to all appointments; keep the client’s schedule up to date.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to the supervising nurse or physician for timely intervention.
- Promoted social, emotional, and physical health through diverse activities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors effectively by utilizing de-escalation techniques and maintaining professional composure.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or other outings as needed while ensuring safety at all times during transport transitions.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Organized medication and provided reminders according to schedule.
STUDENT
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Took the necessary courses needed to obtain an associate degree in Criminal Justice
SALESCLERK
WILD BILLS WESTERN WEAR
03.2013 - 12.2013
- Assisted customers in fulfilling their retail needs
- Processed transactions, returns, and layaways
- Assisted in inventory management
- Kept store clean and orderly.
FILE CLERK
THOMISEE & THOMISEE PC LAW
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Responsibilities included but was not limited to; insured files were maintained and up to date with all pleadings and discoveries, as well as miscellaneous documentation
- Closed out inactive files and stored properly following company policy and procedure
- Assisted with large copy assignments
- Assisted with various company related errands.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
WAL-MART
10.2007 - 01.2011
- Handled merchandise returns and exchanges for customers
- Processed bill payments for customers
- Sent and received money grams
- Generated money orders
- Assisted customers in making their purchases
- Answered phones and directed them to the right department.
Education
ASSOCIATES IN SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
Remote01.2019
Skills
- I am equipped with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently as well as with a team
- Time and task management as well as excellent organization skills
- I am comfortable and knowledgeable with technology, specifically with computers
- I pride myself on the ability to be a quick and efficient learner as well
Timeline
CARE PROVIDER
ALBRIGHT HOMECARE
04.2022 - 12.2022
ATTENDANT CARE PROVIDER
A BETTER HOMECARE
02.2019 - 04.2022
STUDENT
SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY
11.2015 - 12.2018
Co-Owner/Operator
ROCKIN’ D RANCH
03.2015 - Current
SALESCLERK
WILD BILLS WESTERN WEAR
03.2013 - 12.2013
FILE CLERK
THOMISEE & THOMISEE PC LAW
06.2010 - 08.2011
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
WAL-MART
10.2007 - 01.2011
ASSOCIATES IN SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE - Criminal Justice
Southern New Hampshire University
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