Kym Desserich
Fruita,CO
Summary
I am a innovative hard working mother of two girls ages 15 and 19. I have worked since I was 15 years old in several different fields. My favorite jobs have been in the medical field EMT-B and the Er of Fruita Canyons Hospital. The ER was my dream job and it all fell apart in 2012 when I was in a car accident and lost that job.
It took me a while to find myself again and when I did I opened my own antique store in 2019-2020. It was a great step in the value of having something of my own. In 2021 we opened my daughters flower shop as a vendor in my antique store. I helped her with running it along with my store. She was still in high school and so she couldn't be there full time.
We closed my store in 2023 to follow another dream of ours to own a house in Puerto Rico. With the current conditions in the housing market our house unfortunately did not sell and so we are now trying to figure out our next dream.
I feel like I would be an asset to your company, I am a hard worker who has always been able to provide for my family. I have held and maintained many jobs that have provided me with multiple jobs skills. I am honest to a fault and have no problem stating if I see problems or taking criticism. Thank you for considering my application.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Flower Shop
Lil Bugs Flower Shop
Grand Junction, CO
06.2021 - 04.2023
- Planned layouts of displays at retail locations to maximize visibility and appeal.
- Prepared and processed floral orders to customer specifications via phone or resulting from in-store consultations.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels of fresh flowers, plants, vases, baskets, containers, ribbons.
- Inspected flowers upon arrival to ensure they meet quality standards before sale.
- Consulted with clients regarding budgeting for wedding or event decorating needs.
- Monitored temperature in coolers where flowers are stored to maintain freshness.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing quality products and services.
- Pruned flora and fauna to fit perfectly into bouquets and arrangements.
Store Owner
My Little Haven
Grand Junction, CO
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Assessed customer product needs and interests in order to best recommend suitable items.
- Organized and displayed antiques in shop to maximize sales potential.
- Established pricing policies based on market trends and customer demand.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
- Has over 15 Vendors I was responsible for selling the stuff they brought in.
- Writing them checks and keeping track of their inventory.
- Caught multiple thefts and turned them into the police and or got all products back.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Photographed each item prior to sale for archival purposes.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
Cleaning Business
Kymmies Cleaning
Fruita, CO
01.1998 - 04.2020
- I ran my own side cleaning business for extra money during these years.
- I cleaned office buildings and homes
- I was responsible to hold keys for these homes and businesses let myself in and out at night to perform cleaning services.
Sales Delivery
Kims Auto Parts
Fruita, CO
05.1995 - 04.2020
- Communicated effectively with clientele to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Developed relationships with local mechanics and repair shops through regular visits and promotional activities.
- Used POS systems to receive payment or obtain credit authorization.
- Researched cross-referenced numbers for hard-to-find parts using online catalogs and other resources.
- Operated cash register to process payments from customers for purchased items.
- Placed inventory numbers on parts to properly identify items for counter associates.
- Communicated product expertise and department process improvements to meet organizational goals.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding proper installation of auto parts.
- Arranged and directed delivery and installation of products and equipment.
- Kept sales and counter areas organized and clean to give positive first impression to visitors and customers.
- Taught and trained new sales personnel on customer service and sales techniques.
- Implemented process and procedural updates to uphold high standards of service and quality, as well as meet challenging sales objectives.
- Made recommendations to customers to promote brand effectiveness and product benefits.
- Answered phone calls from customers seeking product or service information.
- Performed complimentary services, battery installation, testing and wiper installations.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times by responding promptly to inquiries.
- Performed quality control inspections on parts and packaged parts for delivery or sale.
- Wrote and recorded orders for merchandise or entered orders into computers.
- Received and stocked incoming merchandise, arranging items in correct locations.
- Contacted satisfied customers to offer additional services.
- Located and labeled parts to maintain organized inventory of stock.
- Received, examined and reshelved returned parts.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
- Stocked shelves with incoming inventory when not making deliveries.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Built and maintained thorough knowledge of store products and current promotions, set up marketing displays, stocked shelves and kept store neat, clean and inviting.
- Assisted do-it-yourself customers between deliveries by reading codes from customer automobiles and installed wipers blades, batteries and light bulbs.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Obtained customer signature on receipt for pickup or delivery.
EMT-Basic
Colorado Canyons hospitol
Fruita, CO
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Oversaw inventory of medical supplies to maintain availability and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Coordinated with other EMTs on scene to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Did incoming paperwork to sign in incoming patients.
- Checked and recorded vital signs.
- Gave meds per Doctor instruction.
- Got patients ready to go have other procedures done.
EMT-Basic /Volunteer Firefighter
Lower Valley Fire Dept
Fruita, CO
01.1998 - 10.2011
- Documented patient information, condition and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Cleaned and sanitized vehicles and medical equipment to comply with safety and health protocols.
- Administered medications and life-saving treatment under supervision of paramedics.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to exchange information and arrange patient intake.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Attended weekly meetings with supervisors to discuss cases, protocols, policies.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Oversaw inventory of medical supplies to maintain availability and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Reported abnormal changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff for re-evaluation.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Lead Dietary Aide
The Willows Assisted Living and Memory Care
Fruita, CO
07.1994 - 03.1995
- Coordinated delivery of resident meals within designated time frames.
- Reviewed records and assessed nutritional condition of at-risk residents by recognizing unplanned weight changes and other issues.
- Stocked food and other supplies for main kitchen and units.
Education
EMT-B -
Professional Emt Education
Grand Junction, CO01-2009
Fruita Monument High School
Fruita, CO05-1995
Skills
- Sales and Marketing
- Good Communication
- Honest
- Hard Working
- Get jobs Done
Timeline
Flower Shop
Lil Bugs Flower Shop
06.2021 - 04.2023
Store Owner
My Little Haven
03.2019 - 04.2023
EMT-Basic
Colorado Canyons hospitol
10.2011 - 09.2012
Cleaning Business
Kymmies Cleaning
01.1998 - 04.2020
EMT-Basic /Volunteer Firefighter
Lower Valley Fire Dept
01.1998 - 10.2011
Sales Delivery
Kims Auto Parts
05.1995 - 04.2020
Lead Dietary Aide
The Willows Assisted Living and Memory Care
07.1994 - 03.1995
EMT-B -
Professional Emt Education
Fruita Monument High School
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