Kennedy Ratliff
Maywood,IL
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with a proven track record at Addus Home Health Care, enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate communication and expert ADL support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and elderly care, consistently ensuring safety and promoting independence. Demonstrates exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities, contributing to optimal health outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Addus Home Health Care
- 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.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Warehouse Worker
Home Depot
Northlake, IL
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 150 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Walmart Associate
Walmart
Forest Park, IL
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Greeted customers and offered assistance for increased customer satisfaction.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
Education
CNA Class Completed Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Best Step Academy
Westchester, IL08.2024
Highschool Diploma -
Proviso East
Maywood, IL2023
Skills
Respectful and Compassionate
Time Management
Elderly Care
Problem-Solving
CPR Certification
CNA Certification
Vital signs
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
CPR/AED
Certified Nursing Assistant
Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Calm Under Stress
Patient Care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and Empathy
Bathing Assistance
Feeding Assistance
Compassionate communication
Patient Transfers
Reliable team player
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Safety Precautions
Recording vital signs
Relationship Building
Email Etiquette
Payment Processing
Cash Handling
Business Writing
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- High school diploma
- Forklift certification
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Home Depot
02.2022 - 06.2024
Walmart Associate
Walmart
01.2022 - 03.2023
Caregiver
Addus Home Health Care
CNA Class Completed Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Best Step Academy
Highschool Diploma -
Proviso East