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Michelle Zimmerman

Edwardsville,IL

Summary

Results-oriented professional with strong business background. Skilled in overseeing financial, operational, marketing and customer service areas. Proven abilities in launching and growing successful businesses. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Successful Company Owner with 15 experience. Built horizontal and vertical connections to improve professional relationships with vendors and clients.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

USPS Mailprocessing clerk

USPS, United States Postal Service
Edwardsville, IL
12.2023 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Retrieves and sorts mail, including packages.
  • Forwards misdirected mail.
  • Sort and prepare mail for distribution by mail carriers.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Company Owner

Michelle House Of Tot's
08.2013 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
  • Resolved customer service issues with timely and professional resolutions.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
  • Built loyal account base and long-term business relationships with accounts.
  • Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and grow the customer base.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Personal Assistant

Self-employeed
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
  • Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
  • Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
  • Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions to address contraindications.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Health Care Assistant

Ramp
02.2009 - 01.2012
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
  • Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
  • Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
  • Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
  • Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.

Waitress

Rt. 20 Bar And Grill
05.2008 - 09.2010
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.

Waitress/Bartender

Cimino's Little Italy
08.2002 - 09.2005

Assessed inventory for the bar. Ordered and stocked liquor and beer.

  • Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eastland High School
Lanark, IL
05.1993

Skills

  • Marketing
  • Investor Relations
  • Financial Administration
  • Personnel Scheduling
  • Materials Planning and Logistics
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Controls
  • Customer Care

Timeline

USPS Mailprocessing clerk

USPS, United States Postal Service
12.2023 - Current

Company Owner

Michelle House Of Tot's
08.2013 - 10.2022

Personal Assistant

Self-employeed
01.2012 - 01.2013

Health Care Assistant

Ramp
02.2009 - 01.2012

Waitress

Rt. 20 Bar And Grill
05.2008 - 09.2010

Waitress/Bartender

Cimino's Little Italy
08.2002 - 09.2005

High School Diploma -

Eastland High School
Michelle Zimmerman