Lorrie Ann Garza
Brownsville,TX
Summary
Optimistic, creative and hardworking, looking to join a passionate team. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student Aide
South Texas Training Center
San Benito, TX
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Learned patient care and gained experience with many nursing responsibilities.
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care by taking vital signs, changing bed linens and stocking supplies.
Bartender
The Broken Sprocket
Brownsville, TX
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Contribute to daily, holiday , theme drink menus in collaboration with supervisor.
- Participated in organizing special events such as Bridal Showers , Anniversaries, Birthday parties, etc.
- Preparing holiday events.
Jewelry Department /Sales Associate
JCPenney
Harlingen, TX
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Worked alongside retail representatives to boost sales by enhancing product presentations and advertising. Seasonal employment
- Adhered to all safety and security regulations while handling merchandise.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store products and services to increase sales opportunities.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs, responding promptly to inquiries, and resolving complaints courteously.
CNA in Training
Alta Vista Rehabilitation And Healthcare
Brownsville, TX
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked full time devoting my attention in providing a hygienic environment.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, toileting and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families in a caring manner.
- Performed basic nursing procedures under the direction of registered nurses.
- Assisted with transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs.
- Helped feed patients who needed assistance during meal times.
- Answered call lights promptly while maintaining excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients.
- Adhered to safety protocols while transporting patients using wheelchairs or between units or departments within the facility.
- Cleaned and organized patient rooms on a daily basis including changing linens and emptying wastebaskets.
- Patience and focus was what I strived to deliver.
Ex Co - Owner
Captain Bob's Seafood Restaurant
Brownsville, TX
01.2008 - 05.2015
- Helped supervise 3 Seafood family owned restaurants in three different locations.
- Engaged in purchases from a variety of fish, shrimp, etc. to beverage venders .
- When short of staff I would help in the dining area as a waitress.
- Made deposits and logged in the end of the day sales.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best terms possible.
- Oversaw customer service activities to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Provided leadership and guidance to employees while fostering a collaborative environment.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times within the workplace.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Ex Co - Owner
Captain Bob's Drive - Thru
Brownsville, TX
01.2002 - 11.2006
- Managed day-to-day business operations including staffing, inventory management, budgeting, accounting, and payroll processing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure the best terms possible.
- Monitored expenses closely to stay within allocated budgets for each project and initiative.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Pace High School
Brownsville, TX06-1995
Skills
- Product and service sales
- Flexible schedule
- Excellent people skills
- Relationship building
- Product promotions
- Client service
- Cash handling
- Dining area cleanliness
- Problem - solving skills
- Stocking and replenishing
- Multi-tasking strength
- CPR Certification
- Direct Patient Care
- Emotional and Social Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Attention to Detail
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Nursing Student Aide
South Texas Training Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
Bartender
The Broken Sprocket
04.2022 - 04.2023
Jewelry Department /Sales Associate
JCPenney
03.2018 - 06.2019
CNA in Training
Alta Vista Rehabilitation And Healthcare
10.2017 - 01.2018
Ex Co - Owner
Captain Bob's Seafood Restaurant
01.2008 - 05.2015
Ex Co - Owner
Captain Bob's Drive - Thru
01.2002 - 11.2006
High School Diploma -
James Pace High School
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