Katrina Pita
Gresham,OR
Summary
Dynamic caregiver with extensive experience at Also Advocates, skilled in elderly care and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through compassionate assistance and effective communication. Adept at multitasking and maintaining safety standards, while fostering strong relationships with clients and families to ensure personalized care and satisfaction.
Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized, and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating, and varied lifestyle for residents. 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.
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.
Certified caregiving professional with proven track record in delivering high-quality care. Demonstrates strong collaboration with healthcare teams, ensuring adaptable support and consistent results. Skilled in patient assistance, medication management, and emotional support. Reliable, compassionate, and ready to make positive impact.
Experienced with providing compassionate care to patients. Utilizes effective communication to understand and address patient needs. Knowledge of safety protocols and patient care techniques.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Packer
Warehousing Work
Queensland Australia
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Packaged and labeled products efficiently for distribution.
- Operated warehouse machinery, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Assisted in inventory management by organizing stock and conducting regular counts.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily packing goals consistently.
- Conducted quality checks on packed items to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of packing area to enhance workflow.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
- Learned and followed warehouse safety protocols to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with products and packaging materials for delivery to and from facility.
- Added packed boxes to conveyor belts for movement to shipping stations.
- Created shipping labels to complete daily order processing.
- Placed, tagged, and secured merchandise in diverse designated areas.
Caregiver
Also Advocates
Portland, OR
2026 - 09.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in client environments, ensuring adherence to health standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement individualized care plans for diverse needs.
- Monitored client health conditions, documenting changes and reporting to medical staff as needed.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to client interests, improving cognitive stimulation and engagement.
- Advocated for client needs and preferences, ensuring respectful communication with families and healthcare providers.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
Freight Agent
Prime Flight Aviation
Portland, OR
2026 - 04.2026
- Managed freight logistics to support timely cargo shipment and delivery.
- Worked with airline partners to support efficient cargo handling and tracking.
- Used freight management software to improve routing and scheduling processes.
- Answered client shipping questions and resolved issues quickly.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations during freight operations.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers for improved negotiation of rates and services, resulting in cost savings.
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
Queensland Australia
2020 - 2023
- Assisted in daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Trained and mentored new team members on operational standards and procedures.
- Implemented inventory management practices to minimize waste and optimize stock levels.
- Coordinated scheduling to maintain adequate staffing during peak hours.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, contributing to improved promotional strategies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Enforced health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment for staff and customers.
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate updates, goals, and performance expectations clearly.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mabel Park State High School
Queensland Australia 11-2023
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Team collaboration
- Documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Language fluency
- PPE usage
- Attentive to people
- Fast learner
- Clear communication
- CPR trained
Languages
English
Full Professional
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Warehouse Packer
Warehousing Work
01.2023 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Also Advocates
2026 - 09.2026
Freight Agent
Prime Flight Aviation
2026 - 04.2026
Assistant Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
2020 - 2023
High School Diploma -
Mabel Park State High School