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Kiara Walker

Ft Myers,FL

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Preferred Care at Home, excelling in medication management and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through quality care and strong relationships. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and a positive attitude, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for patients.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Preferred Care at Home
12.2024 - 08.2025
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.

Delivery Driver

Amazon
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
  • Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
  • Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.

Customer Service Representative

Alorica
09.2020 - 06.2022

- Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers at all times .

- Responding promptly to customer inquires .

- Communicating with customers through varies channels .

- Acknowledging and resolving customer complaints .

- Knowing our products inside and out so that I can answer questions .

- Processing orders, forms, applications and requests .

- Keeping records of customer interactions, transactions, comments and complaints .

- Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary .

- Providing feedback on the efficiency of the customer service process .

- Managing a team of junior customer service representatives .

- Ensure customer satisfaction and provide professional customer support .

Restaurant Hostess

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
07.2018 - 09.2020
  • Took initial drink orders and relayed information to wait or bar staff.
  • Minimized customer service complaints by expertly managing customer expectations during busy periods.
  • Promoted business loyalty by fostering positive customer relationships.
  • Cross-trained to handle different restaurant roles, including bar, kitchen and to-go stations.
  • Reported problematic guests to management to foster safe and pleasant environment.
  • Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
  • Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
  • Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
  • Maintained balanced cash drawer with correct money values and accurate documentation.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.
  • Input orders accurately into POS terminal, split bills and accepted payments.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Delivered pick-up and curbside orders to guests.
  • Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Complied with food safety and food hygiene regulations to safeguard public health.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Restaurant Hostess

Naples Coastal Kitcken
05.2016 - 01.2017
  • Reported problematic guests to management to foster safe and pleasant environment.
  • Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
  • Backed up servers by checking on tables and retrieving items for guests.
  • Provided patrons with estimated waiting times during peak service hours.
  • Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.

Restaurant Hostess

Bob Evans Restaurant
10.2014 - 03.2016
  • Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
  • Rearranged tables and chairs for large parties and retrieved high chairs for children.
  • Answered phone calls to take orders, give information and document reservations.
  • Maintained balanced cash drawer with correct money values and accurate documentation.
  • Completed daily side work and opening and closing duties without fail.
  • Assisted customers with delivering orders, carrying additional trays and helping dish out items.
  • Input orders accurately into POS terminal, split bills and accepted payments.
  • Organized, stocked and cleaned establishment's front lobby during shifts to maintain welcoming appearance.
  • Collected credit card, cash and gift certificate payments and dispensed change for cash transactions.
  • Delivered pick-up and curbside orders to guests.
  • Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.
  • Advised customers about special offerings and menu items to help drive sales.
  • Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Complied with food safety and food hygiene regulations to safeguard public health.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Restaurant Hostess

Cracker Barrell
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Collected information from arriving customers to seat groups or place them on waitlist.
  • Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Prepared dining room for service by cleaning , organizing tables and placing table settings.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drink orders.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Checked in with servers to confirm preparedness before seating customers.
  • Complied with food safety and food hygiene regulations to safeguard public health.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.

Education

GED -

Adult Education And Careers
Ft Myers Fl

Skills

  • Medication coordination
  • Documentation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Quality program protocols
  • Patient care
  • Medication management
  • Emotional support
  • Package scanning
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Loading and unloading
  • Customer service
  • GPS and route planning
  • Heavy lifting
  • Positive attitude
  • Supportive companionship
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal preparation
  • Dining room support
  • Dementia care
  • Autism support
  • Patient mobility assistance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Caregiver

Preferred Care at Home
12.2024 - 08.2025

Delivery Driver

Amazon
11.2022 - 07.2024

Customer Service Representative

Alorica
09.2020 - 06.2022

Restaurant Hostess

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
07.2018 - 09.2020

Restaurant Hostess

Naples Coastal Kitcken
05.2016 - 01.2017

Restaurant Hostess

Bob Evans Restaurant
10.2014 - 03.2016

Restaurant Hostess

Cracker Barrell
06.2014 - 08.2014

GED -

Adult Education And Careers