Samantha Walkowski
Boaz,AL
Summary
A hardworking Navy Veteran with more than 30 years of experience, recognized as a dependable team player who is deeply committed to caring for others and promoting health and wellness.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Family Members
Boaz, AL
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among caregivers.
- Advocated for veterans' needs, ensuring access to essential services and resources.
- Coordinated medical appointments and transportation for client's healthcare needs.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions to promote well-being.
- Assisted client with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patient achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored health conditions, reporting changes to family members and healthcare providers.
- Provided compassionate care and support to veteran, enhancing their quality of life.
Aviation Ordnanceman
USNR
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2011 - 09.2023
- Supervised ordnance handling procedures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained junior personnel on maintenance and inspection of armament systems.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for munitions storage.
- Conducted quality control inspections on ordnance equipment to maintain operational readiness.
- Coordinated deployment of munitions support during joint military exercises, enhancing mission effectiveness. Deployment 2018-2019
- Supervised munitions loading and unloading operations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections of armament systems to maintain operational readiness and reliability.
Aviation Ordnanceman
USN
09.1999 - 06.2009
- Worked closely with crew members in intense, quickly changing and dangerous environments.
- Expedited mission preparation by assisting in the timely requisition, receipt, and issue of aviation ordnance materials.
- Maximized aircraft availability through proficient troubleshooting and repair of complex weapon systems malfunctions during flight operations.
- Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops, armories and storage facilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, Virginia, VA05-2021
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Strong ethics
- Heavy lifting
Affiliations
Veterans of Foreign Wars- Boaz, Alabama Post 6837
Post Adjutant Position 06/24- Present
Timeline
Caregiver
Family Members
01.2024 - 01.2026
Aviation Ordnanceman
USNR
01.2011 - 09.2023
Aviation Ordnanceman
USN
09.1999 - 06.2009
Associate of Science - Biology
Tidewater Community College
Navy Commendation Medal
The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Navy Commendation Medal) is a U.S. military personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy and Marine Corps who have demonstrated sustained acts of heroism, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service. The medal is typically awarded for: Professional excellence, Leadership and dedication, Exceptional performance during specific operations or assignments, Acts of courage or significant contributions to mission success.