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
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
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.