Kenshawna Walker
Milwaukee
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Gt Independence, skilled in patient care and medication coordination. Proven ability to enhance client satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care plans. Dependable and adaptable, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring safety and comfort while promoting independence and dignity for clients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Gt Independence
215 Broadus St
04.2021 - 12.2025
- Provided compassionate care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, enhancing accessibility for clients.
- Implemented strategies to improve client engagement and overall satisfaction with services.
- 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 with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Machine Operator
Ritus
7900 N 73rd St
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Operated machinery efficiently, ensuring optimal production output and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures to minimize downtime.
- Trained new operators on machinery functions, promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machines, enhancing reliability and extending equipment lifespan.
- Assisted in inventory management, coordinating supplies to support uninterrupted production activities.
- Analyzed production data, contributing insights for process improvements and waste reduction strategies.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Upheld high-quality standards while meeting tight deadlines during periods of increased demand.
- Increased production efficiency by meticulously calibrating machinery before each shift.
- Enhanced safety compliance, rigorously following all OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Improved energy efficiency, adjusting machines to operate at optimal levels without compromising output.
- Improved product quality with thorough inspection and adjustment of machine settings.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Placed orders for materials and equipment with vendors.
Packaging and Receiving
United Mailing Services
3625 N 126th St
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Package Handler
FedEx
N96W14849 County Line Rd
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Operated package sorting equipment to ensure efficient processing of shipments.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery trucks with attention to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping and receiving goals.
- Conducted quality checks on packages to maintain accuracy in order fulfillment.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in package handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management for resolution.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment to optimize productivity.
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality control by consistently meeting or exceeding company standards for accuracy in sorting and labeling packages.
- Supported team morale by fostering positive communication and collaboration among coworkers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely delivery of packages through efficient processing methods.
- Reduced downtime, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and sorting machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barrack Obama School Of Career A Technical College
Milwaukee, WI06.2016
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Multitasking and organization
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Medical record-keeping
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
- Complex Problem-solving
- PPE usage
- Reliability and punctuality
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- State regulations
- Medication coordination
- Fast learner
Certification
CBRF Certification
Timeline
Machine Operator
Ritus
07.2021 - 12.2021
Caregiver
Gt Independence
04.2021 - 12.2025
Packaging and Receiving
United Mailing Services
05.2017 - 12.2019
Package Handler
FedEx
02.2016 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Barrack Obama School Of Career A Technical College