Kathryn Hernandez
Spring Branch,TX
Summary
Provisional Funeral Director/Embalmer seeking a long term employment at a family focused funeral home where I can flourish in helping families and have the freedom to meet their unique needs. Graduation date is May, 2024 and all funeral directing cases are completed, so Arts NBE will be taken in May. Pending more embalming cases, but once done will take Science NBE immediately after, and will be dual licensed no later then July 2024.
3 years experience working at rural funeral homes, allowing insight in most areas of running a funeral home and the ability to prioritize needs. I have been doing removals for over 3 years, most of the time single handed and assisting with Justice of the peace inquests, medical examiners, judges, doctors and a multitude of other professional affiliates. I take great pride in my work and have a very optimistic attitude, working well with collogues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Provisional Funeral Director and Embalmer
Koenig-Belvill Funeral Homes And Cremation
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in preparation of 500 plus bodies for visitation or burial, adhering to strict standards of care.
- Established trust among clients by consistently delivering exceptional service while maintaining sensitivity towards their needs.
- Managed all aspects of funeral arrangements for smooth and efficient service delivery.
- Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
- Upheld legal compliance with local regulations regarding burials, cremations, and embalming practices.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of embalming, including arterial, cavity, and hypodermic treatments.
- Improved overall aesthetics of deceased individuals through meticulous attention to detail during restoration process.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in all aspects of daily tasks.
- Operated advanced cremation equipment with precision, resulting in consistently high-quality services.
Provisional Funeral Director and Embalmer/manager
Crofts-crow Funeral Home
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Discussed pre-arranged funeral options and explained pricing to clients.
- Upheld legal compliance with local regulations regarding burials, cremations, and embalming practices.
- Developed strong relationships within community through outreach initiatives and networking events.
- Picked up deceased at private homes, hospitals and county morgues.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized funeral services.
- Managed financial transactions and record-keeping with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Discussed nature of funeral service, disposition of remains and funeral costs with family members.
- Performed embalming procedures and updated case study reports.
- Collaborated with clergy members to plan meaningful and respectful memorial services.
- Organized staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours or high-volume periods.
- Arranged transportation between sites for remains, mourners, pallbearers and members of clergy.
- Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
- Completed death certificates, burial permits and other legal documents for families.
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Protected clients' monies and property by tracking spending and reconciling accounts.
- Received positive feedback from families for the care and dignity given to their loved ones during embalming process.
- Prepared remains for services, viewings, and cremation
Education
Associate of Science -
San Antonio College
San Antonio05.2024
Skills
- OSHA Regulations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Pricing Structures
- Compassionate communication
- Cremation services
- Crematory maintenance
- Restorative art
- Body preparation
- Funeral planning
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Sanitation Procedures
- Pathology understanding
- Casketing remains
- Decomposition Prevention
- Ethics and Laws
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Provisional Funeral Director and Embalmer
Koenig-Belvill Funeral Homes And Cremation
01.2024 - 06.2024
Provisional Funeral Director and Embalmer/manager
Crofts-crow Funeral Home
01.2021 - 01.2024
Associate of Science -
San Antonio College
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