La Shana Spann
Burbank,CA
Summary
Meticulous professional specializing in executive support, meeting coordination, and document preparation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
McKinley Horton
Burbank, Ca.
09.2011 - 09.2025
- Developed detailed itineraries for business trips and meetings.
- Planned corporate functions, including retreats and social gatherings.
- Maintained accurate records of contacts in company database.
- Managed electronic and paper filing systems for optimal organization.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival, providing professional reception services.
- Prepared presentations, reports, memos, letters, and documents for CEO.
- Monitored CEO's inbox, responding to inquiries and managing correspondence.
- Coordinated travel arrangements and schedules for meetings and events.
Caregiver
Family Member
Reading, Pennsylvania
05.2003 - 09.2011
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Assured proper nutrition through meal preparation, grocery shopping, and monitoring food intake.
- Observed clients for changes in behavior or physical conditions, reporting findings to supervisor.
- Provided emotional support to clients experiencing depression or anxiety due to illness.
- Administered medications punctually, adhering to care plan instructions.
- Respected client rights while maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
- Ensured compliance with regulations governing home health care services.
- Assisted with meal planning and prepared meals according to dietary requirements.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to enhance patient care.
Production Operator
Carpenter Technology Corp
Reading, Pennsylvania
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Inspected finished goods for defects before packaging and shipping to customers.
- Operated heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes, to safely move materials.
- Adjusted machine settings to align with customer specifications for product dimensions.
- Monitored inventory levels and alerted personnel for timely restocking.
- Maintained accurate logs of production output and quality control results.
- Participated in initiatives aimed at reducing waste and enhancing product quality.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery, ensuring optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to boost production efficiency and safety standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - COMPUTERS
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PASkills
- Meeting planning and scheduling
- Document preparation
- Executive support and time management
- Confidentiality and record keeping
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Effective communication and professional demeanor
- Adaptability
Affiliations
On my down time, I really enjoy
a. Praying
b. Journaling
c. Exercising
d. Reading
Certification
- I received a certificate for working the 9 month program at Carpenter Technology Corp.
Author
- I'm an Author of 2 books
- a. THE THIRD SHIFT
- b. REDEMPTION OF MY FATHER
Timeline
Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
McKinley Horton
09.2011 - 09.2025
Caregiver
Family Member
05.2003 - 09.2011
Production Operator
Carpenter Technology Corp
08.2002 - 05.2003
Some College (No Degree) - COMPUTERS
Reading Area Community College