Sabrina Rodgers
Maple Heights,OH
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in procurement and patient care, notably with the US Department of Veteran Affairs. Excelled in cost control and vendor engagement, significantly improving procurement efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members. Proven track record in enhancing operational workflows and patient satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
US Department Of Veteran Affairs
Cleveland, OH
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure materials were purchased in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to processing payments.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to procurement activities.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and delivery receipts and products received from vendors.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Updated and maintained purchasing records and reports.
- Managed the procurement process from requisition to delivery.
- Maintained and reviewed computerized or manual records of purchased items, costs and inventories.
Direct Support Professional
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
Cleveland, OH
01.2005 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Us Department Of Veteran Affairs
Cleveland, Ohio
02.2010 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Cleveland Institute Of Dental- Medical Assistants
Cleveland, OH06-2000
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Extension- Max Hayes
Cleveland, OH06-1997
Skills
- Pricing Structures
- Product sourcing
- Cost Control
- Vendor engagement
- Procurement
- Contract Negotiation
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
US Department Of Veteran Affairs
11.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Us Department Of Veteran Affairs
02.2010 - 11.2022
Direct Support Professional
Independent Contractor - Self Employed
01.2005 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Cleveland Institute Of Dental- Medical Assistants
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Extension- Max Hayes
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