Preslyn Lynk
San Luis Obispo,CA
Summary
I have a wide range of experience in different fields. I did do Dementia Specialty Training I am organized and work well under pressure
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.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
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
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Dsp
Res Care
San Luis Obispo, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our residents. Performed basic ADLs
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Monitored client's vital signs and reported any changes.
- Assisted clients in transferring, walking, and maintaining mobility.
- Completed required documentation for caregiver agencies or insurance providers.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients through active listening skills.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Trained in emergency response procedures for client safety.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and social outings.
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
Front End Associate
Walmart
Arrey, CA
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored merchandise inventory for loss prevention purposes.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Provided exceptional customer service during checkout process.
- Assisted customers with item location and price inquiries.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Utilized store's POS system to complete transactions efficiently.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Processed returned merchandise by strictly following store return and exchange procedures.
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Trained new cashiers on register procedures, policies, and best practices.
- Operated cash registers, ensuring accurate transactions and customer satisfaction.
- Processed various forms of payment including credit cards and cash.
- Collaborated with team members to address customer concerns or requests.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies through vigilance at the register area.
- Assisted with stocking shelves when needed ensuring a seamless shopping experience.
- Bagged purchases appropriately to protect merchandise from damage.
- Followed proper opening/closing procedures for cashier station security.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Resolved transaction disputes in a professional manner while maintaining rapport with customers.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
- Welcomed customers, offering assistance to help find store items.
- Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.
Care Assistant
All home care
Grover Beach, CA
11.2006 - 07.2008
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to facilitate client independence.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry and dishes.
- Trained in emergency response procedures for client safety.
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Administered medication under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and social outings.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Observed emotional well-being and provided mental stimulation activities.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Conducted regular checks to ensure a safe living environment.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated transportation as needed.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs.
- Assisted clients with daily personal hygiene and grooming tasks.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients through active listening skills.
- Assisted clients in transferring, walking, and maintaining mobility.
- Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
- Assisted patients with personal care by bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transferred patients to and from beds, chairs or wheelchairs using principles of body mechanics and equipment such as gait belts.
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
Owner/Operator
The Golden Years adult family home
Centralia, WA
01.2001 - 08.2005
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided feedback for growth.
- Collaborated with sales team to drive revenue growth.
- Established partnerships with local organizations for referrals.
- Developed and implemented policies for patient care quality.
- Prepared reports on facility performance for stakeholders.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Oversaw daily operations of medical facility, ensuring efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers.
- Managed budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and laws.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and equipment procurement processes.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
Education
GED -
Centralia College
Centralia, WA11-1997
Skills
- Data Management
- Supervision & Leadership
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Awareness
- Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Team building
- Self-Directed
- Medication Management
- Housekeeping
- Care plan implementation
- Compassionate patient care
- Observational skills
- Nutrition planning
- Adaptable under pressure
- Client Transportation
- Light Housekeeping
- Behavior Management
- Behavior redirection
- Incapacitation care
- First-aid and CPR
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Client rapport
- Meal Preparation
- Medical Records Management
- CPR Certified
- Compassionate Care
- Toileting assistance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Tact and diplomacy
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Dsp
Res Care
12.2023 - Current
Front End Associate
Walmart
11.2022 - 09.2023
Care Assistant
All home care
11.2006 - 07.2008
Owner/Operator
The Golden Years adult family home
01.2001 - 08.2005
GED -
Centralia College