Laura Obajuluwa
Essex
Summary
Hardworking and committed to achieving the best possible results. Responsible and accountable, with a strong emphasis on patient well-being. Successful at providing accurate and timely assessments while remaining calm under pressure.
Compassionate Dietary Aide recognized for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in meal preparation, nutritional guidelines adherence, and kitchen sanitation practices. Excel at time management, teamwork, and communication, ensuring dietary needs are met with respect and understanding.
Energetic dietary aide with several years of hands-on experience preparing and serving food to patients within healthcare facilities. Well-versed in sanitation and safety guidelines paired with in-depth knowledge of cooking and baking appliance operations. Successful multitasker possessing positive attitude and great sense of humor.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
CMT/ Direct Support Care
Unified Community Connections Agency
Sparks
09.2008 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in both private residences and facilities.
- Administered all necessary medications as directed by the care plan.
- Managed and supervised residents while planning community events and programs using the '8 Dimensions of Engagement.'
- Maintained a clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks that adhered to strict dietary guidelines.
Dietary Aide
GBMC Hospital
Baltimore
09.2006 - 08.2007
- Prepared meals according to dietary specifications and patient needs.
- Served food trays to patients in a timely manner.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas.
- Supported kitchen staff during food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in all food handling processes.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
The Port Of Baltimore Shipping Grounds
Baltimore
05.2004 - 07.2007
- Transported cars to section to be shipped and marked cars for shipping.
Dietary Aide
Mercy Hospital
Baltimore
01.2005 - 09.2006
- Prepared meals according to dietary specifications and patient needs.
- Served food trays to patients in a timely manner.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas.
- Supported kitchen staff during food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines in all food handling processes.
Dietary Aide
University of Maryland Medical Center
Baltimore
09.2003 - 01.2005
- Prep Food, worked on tray line, cleaned area, and delivered trays.
- Prepared meals according to dietary specifications and patient needs.
- Served food trays to patients in a timely manner.
Mobility Driver
Yellow Transportation
Baltimore
03.1999 - 07.2003
- Performed pre-trip inspections on the bus to ensure its safe operation.
- Kept track of everything.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities in boarding and exiting the bus.
- Adhered to company-determined schedules and routes to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Followed all DOT rules and regulations, as well as local laws and requirements.
- Transported passengers in a safe and timely manner along predetermined routes.
- Placed a high value on punctuality and worked hard to maintain an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away.
- Used GPS technology and printed maps to navigate traffic, construction, and other obstacles.
- Transported passengers safely to designated locations following established routes.
- Assisted passengers with mobility needs entering and exiting vehicles.
Education
High School -
Lake Clifton High School
Baltimore, MD 09.1986 - 01/1989
Skills
- Patient care
- Behavioral support
- Staff support and assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Care plan assessment
- Disability support
- First aid and safety
- Database support
- Medication administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- Server support
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Tray service
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Dining room service
- Food preparation
- Dietary guidelines
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Serving and delivery support
- Food handling safety
Timeline
CMT/ Direct Support Care
Unified Community Connections Agency
09.2008 - Current
Dietary Aide
GBMC Hospital
09.2006 - 08.2007
Dietary Aide
Mercy Hospital
01.2005 - 09.2006
The Port Of Baltimore Shipping Grounds
05.2004 - 07.2007
Dietary Aide
University of Maryland Medical Center
09.2003 - 01.2005
Mobility Driver
Yellow Transportation
03.1999 - 07.2003
High School -
Lake Clifton High School
09.1986 - 01/1989