Kimberly Shumski
Fairmont,MN
Summary
Accomplished caregiver with extensive experience at Temperancelake Ridge, adept in medication management and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through personalized care plans and emotional support. Recognized for improving client satisfaction by 20% through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Skilled in elderly care and maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Temperancelake Ridge
Sherburn, MN
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosages.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Monitored clients' physical and mental health, reporting changes promptly.
- Provided companionship, enhancing emotional well-being and social engagement.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and safety procedures.
- Implemented activities to promote physical mobility and cognitive stimulation.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to support client health standards.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- 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.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- 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.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
Food Service Assistant
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
Fairmont, MN
2023 - 2025
- Assisted in food preparation and assembly for daily meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in dining areas.
- Supported staff during peak service times to ensure efficient operations.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and food handling procedures.
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance dining experience for students.
- Completed daily tasks such as dishwashing, trash removal, and restocking while adhering to established safety protocols.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during meal times.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through frequent cleaning and sanitation practices within the food preparation area.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures, reducing waste and ensuring optimal freshness for all menu items.
- Contributed to team success by proactively assisting coworkers during peak hours or covering shifts when needed.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and sanitary dining environment for the comfort of patrons.
- Adhered to all safety regulations regarding food handling and preparation, ensuring a healthy and enjoyable dining experience for guests.
- Prepared fresh, appetizing meals according to dietary guidelines and menu specifications.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food orders, resulting in a positive dining experience.
- Collaborated with chefs on special event planning and execution by contributing ideas for menus suited specific themes or dietary needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns or issues promptly to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
- Provided valuable input on menu development based on customer feedback and personal observations of popular dishes or trends, contributing to the overall success of the establishment.
- Facilitated smooth communication between front-of-house staff members and kitchen team, leading to timely food delivery and satisfied customers.
- Monitored food preparation and offered feedback on portion size and presentation.
- Received deliveries from suppliers, verifying order accuracy and quality before stocking shelves or refrigeration units accordingly.
- Supported inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and alerting supervisor when restocking was necessary.
- Participated in quarterly training sessions to stay updated on new menu offerings, policies, or industry trends relevant to the role of a Food Service Assistant.
- Supported restaurant closing, restocking items and reporting shortages.
- Assisted guests with menu choices, recommending pairings in alignment with preferences.
- Prepared orders on trays for dine-in orders or in bags for takeout orders.
- Implemented portion control measures consistently during meal prep, minimizing waste while satisfying guest expectations.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries from diverse suppliers, maintaining lists to minimize errors.
- Offered information on menu items, garnishes and preparation methods to choosy guests.
- Quickly resolved any customer complaints regarding food quality or service through prompt communication with kitchen staff or management as appropriate.
- Assisted in creating visually appealing displays for buffet stations, attracting customers'' attention to available options effectively.
- Initiated, planned and executed process improvements to optimize food inventory levels.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
- Served and assisted diners by carrying plates of food, taking and delivering beverage orders and refilling glasses.
- Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
- Portioned and wrapped food to place directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Leveraged hand-held trays and buffet carts to serve food and beverage items to guests.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Observed diners to respond to additional requests and determine when meal completed.
Home Health Aide
Golden Home Care
New Ulm, MN
2020 - 2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Documented patient progress and care plans accurately and timely.
Cable Build
Avery Weigh-Tronix
Fairmont, MN
11.2021 - 01.2023
- 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.
Home Care Provider
Healy Homes
Blue Earth, MN
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions for client safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families, fostering trust.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create personalized care plans for clients.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to address client needs promptly.
- Trained new staff on best practices in home care services and patient interaction.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Led team meetings to discuss challenges, share insights, and improve service delivery methods.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
- Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
- Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Provided emotional support during challenging times, helping patients cope with illness or disability-related stressors more effectively.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Delivered high-quality care under pressure in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of both the patient and caregiver team members present at those times.
- Supported family members in understanding patient needs and provided guidance on how to best assist their loved ones at home.
- Educated patients about self-care techniques, empowering them to take an active role in managing their own health.
- Conducted regular evaluations of patients'' progress and adjusted care plans accordingly to ensure continued effectiveness and alignment with changing needs.
- Reduced hospitalization rates by closely monitoring symptoms and alerting healthcare providers when intervention was needed.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
Education
High School Diploma - CNA
Welcome High School
Welcome, MN1996
Skills
Respectful and compassionate
Time management
Elderly care
Problem-solving
Dependable and responsible
Patient care
Daily living assistance
Multitasking and organization
Personal hygiene assistance
Basic housekeeping
Emotional support
Housekeeping
Strong ethics
Meal preparation
Housekeeping tasks
Compassionate care
Flexible schedule
Verbal and written communication skills
First aid and safety
Flexible schedule and availability
Patient companionship
Dementia care
Compassionate communication
Medical record-keeping
Team collaboration
Medication and appointment reminders
Supportive companionship
Alzheimer's care
Direct patient care
Behavioral management
Medication management
Documentation
COVID-19 safety policies
Mobility assistance
HIPAA compliance
Special needs care
Client documentation
Heavy lifting
Medication administration
Behavior redirection
Patient management
ADL assistance
Client transportation
Incident reporting
Care plan assessment
End-of-life care
Care plan management
Hoyer lifting equipment
Progress documentation
Patient assessments
Complex Problem-solving
Care plan adherence
Records management
Transportation services
Medical records management
Language fluency
Records maintenance
Physical therapy support
Indirect patient care
Chronic illness management
Chronic disease management
Reliability and punctuality
Incapacitation care
Compassion and empathy
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Safety awareness
Social interaction
Conflict resolution
Patient advocacy
Cultural sensitivity
Stress management
Nutrition
Disability support
Patient mobility assistance
Compassionate client care
Lifting and transferring
Patient care and companionship
Daily living activities assistance
Autism support
Medication coordination
Dining room support
Empathetic listening
Quality program protocols
Community activities
At-home care instruction
State regulations
Case management experience
Fast learner
Attentive to people
Bedside care
Clear communication
Timeline
Caregiver
Temperancelake Ridge
11.2025 - 03.2026
Cable Build
Avery Weigh-Tronix
11.2021 - 01.2023
Home Care Provider
Healy Homes
01.2018 - 03.2020
Food Service Assistant
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
2023 - 2025
Home Health Aide
Golden Home Care
2020 - 2023
High School Diploma - CNA
Welcome High School