Sage Keating
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Hotchkiss,CO
Summary
EVS Technician delivering chemical handling and OSHA compliance, patient-area cleaning, and rapid response to urgent cleaning requests in a hospital setting. Supports infection prevention by following sanitation standards, maintaining safe storage practices, and keeping assigned areas ready for patients, visitors, and clinical staff. Strengthens the care environment through reliable teamwork, clear communication, and consistent service under tight deadlines.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutritional Service Assistant/ Concarige
Delta Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
- Prepare patient meal carts with accurate portions, special requests, and labeled items before delivery.
- Communicate dietary updates clearly with nursing staff and patients to support smooth meal service.
- Maintain clean, organized serving areas and follow established sanitation procedures throughout each shift.
- Support patient comfort by responding promptly to meal-related questions and basic service needs.
- Follow kitchen safety procedures when handling food, equipment, and service supplies in busy work areas.
- Inspect meal items and service surfaces for quality, cleanliness, and correct presentation before distribution.
- Handle dish return and cleanup tasks while maintaining an orderly and safe work environment.
- Use infection prevention practices when cleaning patient areas, carts, and service touchpoints.
- Dispose of waste materials safely and follow required handling steps for contaminated items.
- Disinfect patient rooms and high-touch surfaces according to facility cleaning standards and isolation protocols.
- Check equipment and carts for basic upkeep needs and report issues to the appropriate staff.
- Apply cross-contamination prevention practices during meal handling, cleaning, and patient service tasks.
- Prepare and deliver patient meals while following diet instructions and meal service timing.
- Communicate respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff to support a calm service environment.
- Communicate clearly with nursing and dietary staff to coordinate patient service needs.
EVS Technician
Delta Health
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Handle [number] urgent cleaning requests per shift while maintaining strong response times across assigned areas.
- Handle chemicals safely and follow OSHA compliance standards for storage, exposure control, and work area safety.
- Coordinate with fellow EVS technicians to maintain full cleaning coverage across assigned units and shared spaces.
- Support terminal cleaning, isolation room cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal in line with infection prevention procedures.
- Deliver professional service to patients, family members, visitors, and colleagues in a busy hospital environment.
- Manage daily assignments with strong time management, meeting deadlines while maintaining quality standards and ongoing training progress.
Cashier/Customer Service
Rogers mesa store
05.2020 - 03.2023
- Customer service, cooking, cleaning, bookkeeping, ordering products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Prevented loss by vigilantly monitoring potential theft or fraud situations instore.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Caregiver
PCA
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided [number] clients with daily personal care while protecting dignity, privacy, and autonomy.
- Assisted with dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders to meet individual daily needs.
- Maintained cleanliness through light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, and patient room cleaning.
- Coordinated care transitions and shared updates with family members and other parties involved.
- Delivered compassionate, attentive care by responding to comfort needs and supporting the client's preferences.
- Applied work area safety training and infection prevention procedures while staying connected to the caregiver community.
Detailer
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained a clean, organized shop workspace while following OSHA compliance, work area safety training, and chemical handling knowledge.
- Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to wash, vacuum, and refresh vehicle exteriors and interiors.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, and vacuums to complete upholstery, rug, and surface cleaning.
- Built trust with clients by explaining pricing clearly and setting realistic expectations for turnaround times.
- Adapted quickly to new procedures and kept skills current through ongoing professional development in automotive detailing.
Assistant Manager, PCA
Beehive Assisted Living
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance, and dietary compliance for resident-specific requirements.
- Administered prescribed medications while monitoring for adverse reactions and maintaining accurate electronic records.
- Assisted with bathing, grooming, transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises to support mobility.
- Managed dementia-related behaviors with de-escalation techniques and promoted resident social interaction.
- Documented patient information, prevented bedsores through repositioning, and upheld kitchen sanitation standards.
Bakery Clerk
City Market
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Prepared fresh baked goods daily and kept product quality consistent for customers.
- Trained new employees on baking techniques, equipment usage, and customer service expectations.
- Performed routine maintenance on baking equipment to support reliable operation during peak hours.
- Tracked stock levels and replenished supplies promptly to keep bakery items available.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace and followed food safety practices throughout the shift.
Nurses assistant
Paonia Care
12.2013 - 07.2014
- Adapted care for residents with respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Documented vital signs, observations, and treatments while assisting nursing staff with daily rounds.
- Assisted ambulation, planned exercises, and patient transport to support physical therapy needs.
- Maintained patient rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations through cleaning, linen changes, and preparation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families while helping with oral hygiene, self-feeding, supplies, comfort items, and group activities.
Office worker
FlightPlan at LCU
09.2011 - 12.2013
- Managed incoming correspondence, mail, and outgoing parcels while keeping distribution timely and organized.
- Maintained confidential files, digital records, and project documents according to strict document management procedures.
- Supported communication between departments to streamline coordination and improve day-to-day productivity.
- Maintained office inventory, restocked supplies, and kept equipment running with routine cartridge and paper replacement.
- Prepared reports, edited documents for grammar, and organized visitor check-ins and appointment arrivals.
Summer worker
Oxbow Mining LLC
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Maintained clean, organized worksites by performing housekeeping, debris removal, and job-site setup.
- Handled heavy lifting and transported materials safely to support team members throughout seasonal operations.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools to move materials precisely between storage and production areas.
- Checked gauges and tape measures to confirm parts met production requirements before use.
- Adapted quickly to changing assignments while delivering mail, filing records, organizing materials, and supporting daily tasks.
Education
Carpentry
Anaconda Job Corps
Anaconda, MT03.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Delta High School
Delta, CO12.2011
Skills
- Work area safety training
- Chemical handling knowledge
- Cross-contamination prevention
- OSHA compliance
- Patient room cleaning
- Supply inventory control
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Isolation room cleaning
- Terminal cleaning procedures
- Preventive maintenance checks
- Infection prevention procedures
- Disinfection protocols
- Biohazard cleanup
- Patient transport assistance
- Basic patient care
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Nutritional Service Assistant/ Concarige
Delta Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
EVS Technician
Delta Health
04.2023 - 10.2024
Cashier/Customer Service
Rogers mesa store
05.2020 - 03.2023
Caregiver
PCA
06.2017 - 04.2018
Detailer
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge
12.2016 - 05.2017
Assistant Manager, PCA
Beehive Assisted Living
04.2016 - 11.2016
Bakery Clerk
City Market
10.2014 - 03.2015
Nurses assistant
Paonia Care
12.2013 - 07.2014
Office worker
FlightPlan at LCU
09.2011 - 12.2013
Summer worker
Oxbow Mining LLC
06.2011 - 09.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Delta High School
Carpentry
Anaconda Job Corps