Octavia Taylor
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organization with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish measurable impact. Well-trained individual with past experience working with children and elderly people. Punctual and dedicated to service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Church Youth Center Volunteer
Christ Cultivating Community Church
Christ Cultivating Community Church
06.2021 - Current
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere with children aged 4-18 by creating programs.
- Assisted in the development of at home essentials by providing children with hands on cooking classes.
- Strengthened relationships between volunteers by organizing team-building activities, helping with homework and extra circular activities.
- Achieved successful fundraising outcomes through active participation in planning for field trips, games nights and holiday give always/ holiday parties.
- Served as a volunteer for the church youth center at public events for building awareness about its services within the community.
Assistant Director For Sunday School
Christ Cultivating Community Church
Christ Cultivating Community Church
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children
- Prepared meals and organized mealtimes and snacks for children.
- Organized activities and helped implement curriculum support and encourage our children to gain biblical knowledge that applies to real life scenarios.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in biblical lesson plans.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students academic performance.
- Designed individualized learning plans tailored to each student''s unique needs and goals.
- Developed relationships with the Sunday school community to enhance educational opportunities for students
CNA
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Cashier
Walmart, Sunrise Mall
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Helping locating Merchandise
- Welcoming customers with a friendly smile and high spirit to help make there visit easy.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Education
Associates -
Jamestown Community College
01.2024
Patient Care Tech/Ekg technician and Phlebotomist -
Manhattan Institute
Manhattan, New York11.2018
Diploma - CNA
Amityville Memorial High School
Amityville, New York06.2014
Skills
- Electrocardiogram
- Phlebotomy
- Customer Support/Service
- Medication Administration
- Childcare
- Organizational Skills
- Training/Teaching Curriculum
- Communication Skills
- Multitasking
- Patient Care Technology
- Team Player
Certification
- Able to multitask and communicate effectively
- Specialization in providing elderly
- Quick learner
- Nurturing clientsActive Listening
- Ekg/ Phlebotomy
- Relationships
- Patients Care
- Assistance
- Team work
Languages
English - Intermediate
Work Authorization
United States
Personal Information
Title: Patient Care Technician
Timeline
Church Youth Center Volunteer
Christ Cultivating Community Church
06.2021 - Current
CNA
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
05.2021 - 08.2021
Assistant Director For Sunday School
Christ Cultivating Community Church
04.2021 - Current
Cashier
Walmart, Sunrise Mall
10.2019 - 01.2020
Associates -
Jamestown Community College
Patient Care Tech/Ekg technician and Phlebotomist -
Manhattan Institute
Diploma - CNA
Amityville Memorial High School