Mary E Perkins
Carthage,TN
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience at Pavilion Senior Living, skilled in resident support and activity planning. Proven ability to enhance quality of life through personalized care and emotional support. Strong team player with effective time management and emergency response skills, committed to fostering a safe and engaging environment for residents.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Assistant
Pavilion Senior Living
Carthage, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Facilitated daily activities and social engagement for residents, enhancing community involvement.
- Assisted in medication management, ensuring compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.
- Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams, optimizing resident support and services.
- Developed and implemented recreational programs, promoting physical and mental well-being among residents.
- Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
Caregiver
Charles Hays
Elmwood, TN
07.2021 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate care and support to clients, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort for individuals in need.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams to meet client needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Crew Member
Wendys Fast Food
Nashville, TN
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-pressure environments.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to prepare quality food items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
Education
GED -
HiSet
Carthage, TN05-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Team player
- Supportive
- Activity planning
- Emergency response
- Resident support
- Emotional support
- Bed making
- Laundry
- Direct patient care
- Team supervision
- Dementia care
Timeline
Resident Assistant
Pavilion Senior Living
06.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Charles Hays
07.2021 - 10.2025
Crew Member
Wendys Fast Food
10.2014 - 01.2015
GED -
HiSet