Linda Gates
Port Townsend,WA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Peninsula Homecare Cooperative, excell in assisting administrative skills. Recognized for fostering teamwork and effective communication, I successfully collaborated with current administrator with several administrative tasks, entry data, comprehensive knowledge of Adacare system, clients' assessments and payroll preparation.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Aide
Peninsula Homecare Cooperative
10.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Coordinated with medical professionals during home visits ensuring seamless continuation of prescribed care plans.
Board Member
Peninsula Homecare Cooperative
02.2019 - 02.2023
- Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives for cooperative development.
- Fostered collaboration among board members, administrator and members, promoting open communication and shared decision making.
- Worked together with ICA and Northwest Cooperative Development for the knowledge and specific training for the growth of the cooperative
Home Care Aide
KWA
11.2012 - 08.2016
- Assisted clients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided clients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Monitored progress and documented clients health status changes to keep care team updated.
Business Development Manager
ING Life Insurance
06.2004 - 01.2012
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, consistently exceeding revenue targets through upselling strategies and exceptional customer service.
- Monitored market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
Board Secretary
ING Aetna Life
07.1997 - 06.2004
- Supported executive leadership with thorough research and analysis on various strategic initiatives presented to the board.
- Signed official documents and board minutes.
- Maintained accurate records of director attendance at meetings, allowing for better oversight of individual contributions to the organization''s success.
- Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
- Took notes and dictation at meetings.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2018
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Padjadjaran University
Indonesia06-1997
Skills
- Data entry
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Active listening
- Verbal and written communication
- Self motivation
- Time management abilities
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Care plan implementation
- Clients advocacy
- Documentation
- Care plan assessment
Timeline
Board Member
Peninsula Homecare Cooperative
02.2019 - 02.2023
Home Care Aide
Peninsula Homecare Cooperative
10.2016 - Current
Home Care Aide
KWA
11.2012 - 08.2016
Business Development Manager
ING Life Insurance
06.2004 - 01.2012
Board Secretary
ING Aetna Life
07.1997 - 06.2004
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations
Padjadjaran University
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