Rita Nardi
Cherokee Village,AR
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
White River Area Agency On Aging
Highland, AR
03.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care and support to clients, enhancing their daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during transport and daily routines.
- Facilitated communication between clients and families to address concerns and improve service delivery.
- Monitored client health indicators, reporting changes to medical staff for timely interventions.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Commercial Cleaner
Oj's Commercial Cleaning
Little Rock, AR
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Implemented and monitored cleaning procedures in commercial facilities, guaranteeing exceptional cleanliness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Performed systematic evaluations to identify opportunities for improvement in cleaning operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent service delivery across all client sites.
- Resolved client concerns promptly, ensuring satisfaction with services provided.
Scheduler
Progressive Eye Center
Cherokee Village
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Responsible for scheduling/rescheduling patients via phone or online, contacting via mail, text, or phone to confirm appointments, and getting no-show patients to reschedule appointments.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
- Achieved significant improvements in project delivery times through meticulous planning and proactive issue resolution.
NNDCC Instructor
Highland High School
Highland
08.2016 - 05.2017
- She instructed students in grades 9 – 12 on various topics, such as navigation (land and sea), multiple survival techniques (water, forest, desert, etc.), reading maps and charts, etc.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
Sailor
U.S. Navy
Maine
05.1990 - 05.2015
- I began my career as a Signalman (E1-E4) and attended Law Enforcement Academy at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. I converted to Master-at-Arms (E5-E6). I have served in various forms of law enforcement, patrol, investigator, physical security, and instructor.
- Collaborated with teams to execute complex maneuvers during training exercises.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment, enhancing operational readiness.
- Oversaw maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with Navy standards and regulations.
- Developed valuable skills in seamanship, navigation, firefighting, damage control, security measures, and first aid through rigorous training programs aboard the vessel.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
St. Leo University
Tampa, FLSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Killeen, TXSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide
Tampa, FLSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate caregiving
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate patient care
- Light housekeeping
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
White River Area Agency On Aging
03.2024 - Current
Commercial Cleaner
Oj's Commercial Cleaning
06.2023 - 06.2025
Scheduler
Progressive Eye Center
11.2021 - 03.2022
NNDCC Instructor
Highland High School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Sailor
U.S. Navy
05.1990 - 05.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
St. Leo University
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Central Texas College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide