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Rita Vargas

Grand Meadow,MN

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant and Hairstylist with a proven track record at Aaliah Rose Salón LLC. Excelled in client consultation and advanced communication, enhancing client satisfaction and building a loyal clientele. Demonstrated leadership and hair styling techniques, significantly improving salon efficiency and client care standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Hairstylist

Aaliah Rose Salón LLC
04.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts, styling, and color services.
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
  • Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
  • Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
  • Counted and documented opening and closing cash amounts daily.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Participated in industry events to stay current on trends and continuously improve personal skills as a hairstylist.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.
  • Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
  • Provided consultation services for special occasions such as weddings or proms, creating memorable looks that exceeded clients'' expectations.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Developed customized hair care plans for individual clients to address specific needs or concerns, leading to healthier hair overall.
  • Distributed business cards outside of salon to generate new business.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to showcase work and attract broader clientele.
  • Managed inventory of hair care products and tools, ensuring availability of necessary items.
  • Conducted hair and scalp analysis to recommend suitable treatments, improving hair health.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.

Hairstylist

Hair Studio 52
06.2017 - 04.2022
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized haircuts, styling, and color services.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Meadow Senior Living
11.2014 - 01.2016
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madonna Towers
01.2009 - 12.2011
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
04.2007 - 10.2007
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.

Waitress

The Hubble House
05.2006 - 03.2007
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Presented menus to patrons promptly after seating and answered questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Busser

The Hubble House
02.2005 - 02.2006
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
  • Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout shifts, contributing to overall restaurant presentation.
  • Reduced wait times for tables by quickly clearing and resetting them after guests departed.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.
  • Collaborated with fellow bussers and servers to create an efficient flow during peak hours.
  • Anticipated server needs, proactively refilling water glasses and removing empty plates from tables.
  • Assisted servers in providing efficient service for improved guest experiences.
  • Developed excellent relationships with managers and fellow team members to support team success and positive work environment.
  • Worked well in diverse team settings by partnering with others to complete tasks.
  • Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail when setting tables according to restaurant standards.
  • Displayed excellent time management skills while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Education

Cosmetology License -

Rochester School of Hair Design
Rochester, MN
05.2017

Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant

Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
05.2008

High School Diploma -

Kasson Mantorville High School
Kasson, MN
05.2006

Skills

  • Client consultation
  • Hair styling techniques
  • Detail-orientated
  • Relationship building and management
  • Advanced communication skills
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Men and women haircuts
  • Strong leader

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Hairstylist

Aaliah Rose Salón LLC
04.2022 - Current

Hairstylist

Hair Studio 52
06.2017 - 04.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Meadow Senior Living
11.2014 - 01.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madonna Towers
01.2009 - 12.2011

Crew Member

McDonald's Restaurant
04.2007 - 10.2007

Waitress

The Hubble House
05.2006 - 03.2007

Busser

The Hubble House
02.2005 - 02.2006

Cosmetology License -

Rochester School of Hair Design

Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant

Rochester Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Kasson Mantorville High School

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