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Laura Thrash

Boulder Creek,CA

Summary

Compassionate Home Health Provider known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and developing personalized care plans. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient comfort and support family members.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Seasoned Tow Truck Driver with comprehensive knowledge in roadside assistance and vehicle recovery procedures. Possess strong mechanical skills to perform minor repair tasks and ensure safety of vehicles during transportation. Skilled in prioritizing calls based on urgency, navigating through traffic safely, and providing outstanding customer service. Made significant contributions in previous roles by maintaining low damage rates during towing operations and consistently achieving high customer satisfaction scores.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1990
1990
years of post-secondary education

Work History

In home health provider

IHHS
San Jose, California
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Monitored and documented client health status and changes in condition.
  • Administered prescribed medications following established protocols and schedules.

Tow Truck Driver

831 Towing
Santa Cruz, California
02.2015 - 09.2025
  • Operated tow truck to assist stranded vehicles on roadways.
  • Responded quickly to emergency calls for vehicle recovery.
  • Inspected and maintained towing equipment for safety compliance.
  • Documented towing incidents and customer information accurately.
  • Collaborated with dispatch to coordinate efficient service routes.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding towing services provided.
  • Delivered customer vehicles safely and efficiently to desired destinations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Checked chains, cables, straps, and winches for proper operation and safety purposes.

Meat Packer

Safeway
Santa Cruz, CA
11.2013 - 01.2015
  • Packaged meat products according to company standards and specifications.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of packaging area throughout shifts.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards in the packaging environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas including floors, walls, equipment and tools.
  • Weighed, wrapped and labeled meat products.

Commercial Manager

Kragen Auto inc.
Capitola, California
11.2004 - 08.2010
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Developed pricing strategies to optimize profit margins on automotive parts.
  • Coordinated inventory management to maintain stock levels and reduce shortages.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for business growth and expansion.
  • Managed customer relationships to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
  • Collaborated with vendors to secure competitive pricing on goods or services purchased.

Education

Gilroy High School
Gilroy, CA

Skills

  • Client assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Personal care assistance
  • Equipment inspection
  • Route coordination
  • Customer relationship management
  • Safety compliance
  • Roadside assistance
  • Strong work ethic
  • Safe driving practices
  • Towing equipment operation
  • Flatbed truck expertise

Timeline

In home health provider

IHHS
04.2025 - Current

Tow Truck Driver

831 Towing
02.2015 - 09.2025

Meat Packer

Safeway
11.2013 - 01.2015

Commercial Manager

Kragen Auto inc.
11.2004 - 08.2010

Gilroy High School
Laura Thrash