Kimberly Thomas
Atchison,KS
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant at Windsor Place At Home Care, skilled in patient care and medication administration. Successfully developed individualized care plans and ensured safety through vigilant monitoring. Recognized for enhancing clients' independence and well-being while maintaining accurate records and responding effectively to emergencies. Skilled Bar Manager with strong track record in restaurant operations. Resourceful and hardworking with excellent attention to detail and strong leadership skills. Successful at keeping work areas clean, safe and sanitized. Experienced leader, planner, and complex problem-solver. Familiar with standards and requirements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Windsor Place At Home Care
Effingham, KS
03.2016 - 04.2025
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings and physician orders.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to increase strength, coordination, balance and flexibility.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Educated family members about proper techniques for caring for the client at home.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
- Researched community resources available for additional assistance or services if needed.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Administered medication under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate for the patient's health status.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
Sanitation Engineer
Price Is Right Inc
Atchison, KS
09.1993 - 07.2013
- Participated in hazard analysis critical control point meetings with other staff members.
- Developed and implemented sanitation protocols to ensure compliance with local health regulations.
- Monitored the use of chemicals used for sanitization purposes to ensure safe handling procedures were followed at all times.
- Created detailed reports on sanitation conditions in order to inform management of any necessary corrective actions.
- Recommended changes in cleaning processes based on observations made during daily rounds.
- Coordinated with outside vendors providing services related to pest control, waste disposal.
- Ensured that all equipment and surfaces were sanitized properly according to established guidelines.
Bar Manager
Full Moon Saloon
Atchison, KS
01.2006 - 04.2010
- Ensured compliance with local health codes regarding food storage temperatures or alcohol serving guidelines.
- Prepared detailed reports on daily sales figures to track trends in customer preferences.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of food or beverage service in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of liquor inventory and purchases for budgeting purposes.
- Monitored the performance of bartenders to ensure that all customers received prompt service in a courteous manner.
- Assisted with planning special events such as wine tastings or cocktail parties.
- Analyzed financial data such as costs associated with labor efficiency, waste reduction and cost control initiatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buchanan County Community HS
De Kalb, MO05-1993
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Record keeping
- Emergency response
- Inventory management
- Alcohol service
- Event planning
- Customer service
- Staff training
- Financial analysis
- Conflict resolution
- Sales reporting
- Team leadership
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Hazard analysis
- Sanitation protocols
- Chemical handling
- Vendor coordination
- Regulatory compliance
- Attention to detail
- Trash pickup
- Safety awareness
- OSHA standards
- Public health awareness
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Windsor Place At Home Care
03.2016 - 04.2025
Bar Manager
Full Moon Saloon
01.2006 - 04.2010
Sanitation Engineer
Price Is Right Inc
09.1993 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Buchanan County Community HS