Kiara Tavares
Dracut,MA
Summary
Dedicated PCA with a proven track record at North Shore, skilled in personal hygiene assistance and patient observation. Recognized for enhancing client well-being through effective emotional support and safety awareness. Committed to fostering independence and trust, while collaborating with healthcare teams to implement personalized care plans.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
North Shore
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of client environments to ensure safety and comfort.
- Supported healthcare team by documenting patient observations and reporting changes in condition.
- Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Utilized communication skills to build rapport with clients, fostering trust and cooperation.
- Followed established protocols for administering medication under supervision of licensed professionals.
- Engaged clients in social activities to enhance emotional support and overall quality of life.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Implemented safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure adherence to health regulations.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
Painter
JMD
Hudson Nh
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied various types of paints and finishes using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment for consistent coverage.
- Assisted in color matching and selection to meet customer specifications and enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and functionality to support efficient work processes.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of completed work to identify areas needing touch-ups or corrections.
- Adapted techniques based on surface type and environmental conditions to achieve desired results.
- Followed safety protocols diligently to minimize risks associated with hazardous materials during painting tasks.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
- Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
- Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Streamlined the painting process with efficient use of tools and equipment, reducing project costs.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
Old Dominion Freight Line
Dock Worker
Dracut, MA
07.2018 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- 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.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- 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.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Ds Graphic
Chelmsford, MA
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy against packing lists and purchase orders.
- Coordinated outbound shipping schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials within the warehouse.
- Maintained an organized inventory system using barcode scanning technology for real-time tracking.
- Assisted in training new staff on shipping procedures and warehouse operations techniques.
- Inspected outgoing shipments for quality control, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Resolved discrepancies in shipment documentation through effective communication with suppliers and carriers.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
- Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
- Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
- Streamlined receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
- Expedited delivery times by collaborating closely with carriers to schedule timely pickups and drop-offs for shipments.
- Facilitated smooth communication between logistics partners, warehouses, and customers regarding shipment updates or delays for a seamless experience.
Education
High School Diploma - Studied Everything
Lowell High School
Lowell, MA06.2012
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Diabetes management
- Daily living assistance
- Safety awareness
- Medication reminders
- Range of motion exercises
- Patient observation
- Data collection
- Calm under stress
- Heavy lifting
Certification
Forklift license
Hazmat certificate
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Painter
JMD
07.2024 - Current
Old Dominion Freight Line
Dock Worker
07.2018 - 07.2020
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Ds Graphic
07.2014 - 07.2018
PCA
North Shore
High School Diploma - Studied Everything
Lowell High School