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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Nawana Kneece

Queens,NY

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, I leveraged my time management and problem-solving skills at Project Samaritan to significantly improve kitchen productivity. My dedication to cleanliness standards and food safety, coupled with a professional attitude, consistently ensured high-quality service, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Preferred Homecare

Home Health Aide
02.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
  • Utilized strong time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities effectively while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Engaged actively in professional development opportunities, continuously seeking to improve and grow in the work-study role.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving strategies to address challenges faced during daily operations within the work-study position.
  • Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible customer service.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.

People Care Inc

Home Health Aide
01.2017 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.

Project Samaritan

Line Cook
06.2014 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.

Roses Hair Salon

Hair Salon Assistant
06.2009 - 03.2013

Job overview

  • Cleaned and sanitized styling stations between clients, promoting a healthy environment for both staff and patrons.
  • Prepared clients for hair cuts and styles with soothing shampoo work.
  • Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean salon environment.
  • Improved salon efficiency by multitasking various responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting clients, and handling payments.
  • Prepared styling tools for daily use, ensuring all equipment was sanitized and functioning properly for stylist use.
  • Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
  • Maintained salon equipment, ensuring all tools were in proper working condition for stylists.
  • Coordinated with product vendors for timely delivery of salon supplies, avoiding any service interruptions.
  • Contributed to team effort by participating in weekly staff meetings, fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Set appointments for approximately Number clients per day.

Leake & Watts

Work Study Student
10.2005 - 01.2007

Job overview

  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
  • Utilized strong time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities effectively while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Engaged actively in professional development opportunities, continuously seeking to improve and grow in the work-study role.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving strategies to address challenges faced during daily operations within the work-study position.
  • Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible customer service.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.

Education

Biondi Education Center
Yonkers, NY

GED
06.2016

University Overview

High school equivalency

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Professional attitude
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Active listener
  • Problem-solving
  • Team coordination
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Food preparation
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen sanitization
  • Food safety standards
  • Server communication
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Workstation cleanliness
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Leadership and decision making

Certification

Certified home health aide

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Preferred Homecare
02.2018 - Current

Home Health Aide

People Care Inc
01.2017 - 08.2017

Line Cook

Project Samaritan
06.2014 - 03.2016

Hair Salon Assistant

Roses Hair Salon
06.2009 - 03.2013

Work Study Student

Leake & Watts
10.2005 - 01.2007

Certified home health aide

Biondi Education Center

GED
Nawana Kneece