Rashannon Claleson
Farmington
Summary
Dedicated caregiver skilled in personal hygiene assistance, medication management, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing residents' quality of life through personalized care plans and strong relationship building.
Compassionate caregiver with expertise in developing personalized care plans and providing first aid. Known for clear communication and emotional support, fostering trust and comfort in elderly patients while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Professional caregiver with strong commitment to providing high-quality care and support. Proficient in managing both physical and emotional needs, ensuring comfort and safety. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability to changing circumstances, consistently building trust with clients and their families.
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Beehive Homes Assisted Living
Farmington, NM
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity in their routines.
- Monitored health conditions, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to care plans and safety protocols.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare professionals.
- Implemented improvements to workflow processes, increasing efficiency in resident support services.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Driver
Alternative Response Unit
Farmington, NM
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to designated locations.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Managed route planning efficiently, reducing fuel consumption and travel time.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
- Improved fuel efficiency by implementing strategic driving routes and practices.
Oilfield Truck Driver
Triple S Trucking
Aztec, NM
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Operated and maintained oilfield trucks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle safety and readiness for transport.
- Delivered materials to various job sites, adhering to strict timelines and routing protocols.
- Collaborated with site personnel to ensure efficient loading and unloading of cargo.
- Safeguarded the environment by properly handling hazardous materials and promptly addressing spills or leaks.
- Utilized defensive driving techniques to minimize risks associated with high traffic areas or adverse weather conditions.
- Operated various types of heavy machinery such as winch trucks, vacuum trucks, and flatbeds for specialized oilfield transportation needs.
- Ensured proper weight distribution of loads using effective securing methods during transport to prevent any safety hazards.
- Adhered to all safe driving laws and regulations when operating tanker truck for crude oil transportation.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Optometrist
Stanton Optical
Farmington, NM
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Conducted comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision and detect ocular diseases.
- Recommended and prescribed corrective lenses based on patient needs and lifestyle preferences.
- Educated patients on proper eye care, preventative measures, and management of ocular conditions.
- Collaborated with optical staff to ensure seamless patient experience from examination to lens fitting.
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Interviewed and examined patients with full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.
- Performed advanced diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames and prescription contact lenses, maintained stock levels, and submitted orders to vendors.
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.
- Managed billing procedures efficiently to ensure timely reimbursement from insurance providers while maintaining accurate financial records.
Store Manager
Buddy's Home Furnishing
Farmington, NM
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Led daily operations, ensuring optimal store performance and adherence to company policies.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff, enhancing team efficiency and customer service skills.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for inventory management and merchandising.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating terms to secure favorable pricing and product availability.
- Coordinated promotional events, enhancing community engagement and boosting sales during peak seasons.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts.
Sales Associate
Rent A Wheel
Farmington, NM
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service through product knowledge and problem-solving skills.
- Processed sales transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance store presentation and merchandising strategies.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Team Leader Manager
Circle W
Waterflow, NM
06.2009 - 02.2014
- Led team in achieving operational efficiency through process optimization and workflow improvements.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
- Implemented training programs that increased employee engagement and retention rates.
- Streamlined communication channels, improving collaboration across departments.
- Developed and enforced standard operating procedures to enhance compliance and safety standards.
- Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and coaching to facilitate continuous improvement among employees.
- Established a culture of accountability within the team, resulting in higher levels of individual responsibility towards achieving organizational goals.
- Stayed calm, collected and logical during stressful moments to identify and implement optimal solutions.
- Boosted employee morale through regular recognition of outstanding work and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with cross-functional departments to support successful project execution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Many Farms High School
Many Farms, AZSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Clear communication
- Customer service
- First aid and safety
- Social interaction
- Workload management
- Patient companionship
- Medication management
- Elderly advocacy
- Care plan assessment
- Nutrition monitoring
- Diabetes care
- Friendly and outgoing
- Active listening
- Verbal and written communication
- Empathy and patience
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certification
Stop The Blood Certification
Medical Certification
Food Handlers Certification
Forklift Certification
Dork Certification
CDL Certification
Woman Insight Class
Active Shooter
Situation Awareness
De-escalation
Jujitsu
Employee on the Month
Employee on the Month
First Aid/CPR Certification
Certified and Up to date with Certification
Languages
Navajo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Beehive Homes Assisted Living
08.2025 - Current
Driver
Alternative Response Unit
02.2024 - 01.2025
Oilfield Truck Driver
Triple S Trucking
10.2022 - 01.2024
Optometrist
Stanton Optical
04.2021 - 07.2022
Store Manager
Buddy's Home Furnishing
01.2019 - 11.2020
Sales Associate
Rent A Wheel
03.2018 - 10.2018
Team Leader Manager
Circle W
06.2009 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Many Farms High School