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Sarah West

DAYTON,OH

Summary

I have 4 years of experience in the medical field, doing everything needed for a patient on a ventilator, gastronomy tube, tracheostomy & complex medical needs. I was taught by the nurses at Cincinnati Children's Hospital NICU, & Dayton Children's Hospital TCU. I am extremely thorough with my notes & numbers, to make sure every single problem & solution is addressed efficiently. I spent a few days less than an entire year (2018), in the hospital with my daughter, I attended the daily rounds & fully participated in deciding the best things for my daughter's medical complexities. I got to converse first hand with neurosurgeons, doctors & nurses about their thoughts & procedures, every day. I have more than enough knowledge, common sense & integrity to produce the best outcome with my tasks & to be of exceptional to service others around me, co-workers or patients. Along with my first-hand medical experience, I am also a multifaceted business owner, which comes with a plethora of professionally admirable traits, including management & operations, all the way from ideas & creation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Studio Manager

Encore Recording Studios
Dayton, Ohio
02.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and best practices in media production.
  • Researched new technologies to improve studio operations.
  • Created detailed reports on project progress and performance metrics.
  • Developed strategies to optimize resource utilization across multiple projects.
  • Conducted regular meetings with teams to discuss upcoming tasks and deadlines.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Provided leadership and direction to staff members to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
  • Supervised & delegated & helped perform repairs for a particular project or task.

Owner / Natural Body Care Advocate /Retail Sales Associate

West Health & Beauty
Dayton, Ohio
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
  • Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Participated in meetings with investors regarding financing options for the company.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
  • Represented the organization at conferences, events, networking activities., as needed.
  • Introduced innovative approaches that improved efficiency while reducing costs.
  • Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.

CEO

Samuri Sound LLC
Dayton, Ohio
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
  • Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer data to inform decision-making processes.

Audio Engineer

Encore Recording Studios
Dayton, OH
02.2020 - Current
  • Used Industry Standard to finalize song edits and complete post-production tasks.
  • Regulated volume levels and quality during recording sessions.
  • Worked with clients to set goals and visions for artistic projects.
  • Set up individual microphones for instruments and singers and balanced levels.
  • Inspected and set up various types of microphones.
  • Set up and optimized equipment to maintain signal strength, clarity and reliability during broadcasts.
  • Conferred with station personnel to enhance audio and video levels during programs.
  • Operated console controls to regulate video transmission contrast, brightness and fidelity.
  • Completed emergency equipment repairs to maintain broadcast functionality.
  • Troubleshooted and resolved technical problems.
  • Separated various sounds and remixed during post-production stage.
  • Reproduced and duplicated sound recordings from original recording media by using sound editing and duplication equipment.
  • Supervised production and post-production of television, radio, audio streaming and other media projects.
  • Engineered recording sessions and produced musical soundtracks for artists within various genres.
  • Prepared for live recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones and sound equipment.
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and other sounds, and combined sounds during mixing or postproduction stage.
  • Edited raw voice recordings, added sound effects and mixed to Industry Standard quality.
  • Set up for recording sessions through choosing appropriate microphones.
  • Partnered with performers and producers to determine and create desired sounds for productions.
  • Run front desk, communicate with customers & handle information. Filing paperwork into computer files.
  • Researched new technologies to improve studio operations.
  • Created detailed reports on project progress and performance metrics.
  • Conducted regular meetings with teams to discuss upcoming tasks and deadlines.
  • Monitored daily operations within the studio environment.
  • Provided guidance on creative direction for projects as needed.
  • Troubleshot any technical issues that arose during productions or post-production activities.
  • Managed inventory of consumable supplies such as tapes, storage drives.
  • Maintained studio equipment and ensured all software was up to date.
  • Welcomed customers and asked open-ended questions to understand individual needs.
  • Facilitated weekly studio consultations, sales and order appointments.
  • Guided studio equipment repairs and services to sustain high-level quality of work.
  • Utilized [Software] to process billing and payments for services and goods between company, clients and vendors.

Personal Fitness Trainer / Professional Dancer

Independent Contractor
Dayton, Ohio
07.2013 - Current
  • Developed individualized fitness plans tailored to the needs and goals of clients.
  • Demonstrated proper form, technique, and posture for strength training exercises.
  • Instructed clients in cardiovascular exercise techniques such as interval training and circuit training.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted program accordingly.
  • Encouraged clients to stay motivated throughout their workouts.
  • Conducted assessments of muscle strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, coordination, body composition and other physical abilities.
  • Provided nutritional advice and guidance on healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Led group classes such as aerobics, yoga or Pilates for multiple participants at once.
  • Educated clients on nutrition principles that support healthful eating habits.
  • Inspected gym equipment regularly to ensure safety standards are met.
  • Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
  • Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
  • Created personal training experiences for clients.
  • Performed complex choreography in a variety of styles, including ballet and modern dance.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for each dance move to ensure safety and accuracy.
  • Instructed students on basic steps and movements while providing feedback on their performance.
  • Attended rehearsals regularly to refine skills and practice with the rest of the cast.
  • Communicated effectively with other dancers to ensure smooth transitions between moves.
  • Maintained physical fitness through regular exercise and strength techniques.

Primary Medical Caregiver

Lavender West (my daughter)
DAYTON, OH
12.2017 - 05.2021
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
  • Maintained patient hygiene by administering urinary catheters, baths, grooming, Cleaning mouth & access points.
  • Planned & advocated for optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs daily.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
  • Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading and physical therapy, love & compassion.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of nurses & doctors to develop solutions, accomplish goals and address issues related to our patient's needs.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely accomplishment.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding patient/workflow needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train other nurses.
  • Exceeded patient satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
  • Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
  • Administered compassionate care to patients with debilitating back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
  • Asked open-ended questions and delivered high level of attention to reliably assess patients' conditions.
  • Verified consistent delivery of compassionate care to patients with back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
  • Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
  • Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
  • Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
  • Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
  • Determined patient safety risks to identify medical intervention needs.
  • Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
  • Administered bronchodilators, antibiotics, mucolytics, and anti-inflammatory medications via devices such as hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers, and positive pressure devices.
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate patient care.
  • Evaluated patients for deficiencies and abnormalities and made medical decisions based on assessments.
  • Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
  • Performed services on-site, at outpatient clinics and in patient homes.
  • Delivered comprehensive care to restore and strengthen patients' respiratory functions.
  • Administered medication and ventilatory support.
  • Actively participated in daily physician and patient rounds to maintain continuum of care.
  • Provided direct care to treat acute and chronic respiratory conditions and utilized therapeutic assessments to diagnose lung and breathing disorders.
  • Participated in adult and newborn resuscitation and applied emergency interventions to restore respiratory functions.
  • Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomy preparation and assistance. Operated and managed mechanical ventilators.
  • Documented, handled and reported critical values.
  • Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses, environmental control systems and aerosol generators.
  • Administered therapies and medications via inhalers, gas administration apparatuses and environmental control systems.
  • Cared for patients by providing respiratory treatments using a ventilator, nebulizer, cough assist machines, natural remedies via Eastern Medicine, & physical therapy.
  • Delivered airway management by leveraging intubation and extubation skills, bedside and diagnostic bronchoscopy, bedside tracheostomy preparation and assistance, and operate and manage mechanical ventilators.
  • Maintained patient medical records with treatment effectiveness and health outcomes.
  • Documented patient information and treatments in confidential electronic health records.
  • Improved patients' respiratory condition symptoms by 100% through effective treatment plans.
  • Implemented hands-on activities to practice CPR techniques and refine students' skills to prepare each for emergency situations.
  • Engaged with class members to help develop knowledge and abilities in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. (CPR class)
  • Experience in Brain Shunts & Spinal Shunts, Neurology, Gastrology, Urology, Nutrition, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Physical Therapy & "sterile" procedures.
  • To be more specific; because of my daughter, I also have experience in Neural Tube Defects, Chiari Malformation (all types), Encephaloceles, Brian Deformities (posterior fossa structures), Ventricular Septal Defects, Micrognathia, Hypopituitarism, Corneal Ulcers, Tarsorrhaphies, Neurogenic Blood Gas checks/levels & training nurses ( I have single-handedly trained all of our nurses & have taken care of her all by myself for her entire life.)
  • All together, I have learned everything there is possibly to know about my medically fragile daughter, and have succeeded at advocating for her, taking care of her every need, learning everything possible in the medical field that pertains to her; made informed & educated decisions about my daughter's medical care, WITH the doctors & nurses & have held medical conversations with them for years about my daughters needs, & what to do that is best for her. I have held logical conversations with neurosurgeons where I was correct on my thought processes & they listened to me & agreed that they "didn't think about that before", but that I was correct in my theories. I have Always went above & beyond for my daughter & her medical needs, & I will do the same with every single patient at the Hospitals, or other medical facilities.
  • I am well aware that prior to my daughter being born, I have had no medical experience. However, every single job I have ever had, I have excelled at, & have always represented myself & the workplace, great, & with the best customer care. So when it comes to a job in the medical field, I will be the same exact way; Amazing at my job. & that is saying it humbly, because I know my worth & everything I learned from scratch, just to be able to give my daughter her best life possible. I know I would be great at being a nurse & truly helping patients & their families, especially because I have been one of those "families", first hand.

State Certified Energy Canvasser

APG&E
DAYTON, OH
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Utilized organizational knowledge and persuasive speech to sway public opinion.
  • Gathered and documented several user opinions dialy, on topics over Energy Providers.
  • Walked over up to 3-10 miles daily to obtain signatures and register Energy users
  • Worked in urban, suburban and rural areas to enroll customers in Energy services.
  • Exceeded personal & work goals through effective route planning, communication and persuasion.
  • Decreased route time by closely monitoring weather and traffic conditions.
  • Assessed customer needs through detailed questioning and presented products to fill those requirements.
  • Sold Energy door-to-door in residential neighborhoods using persuasive marketing and sales tactics.
  • Collaborated with team to develop effective, winning sales strategies.
  • Stayed up to date on inventories, supplies and customer orders.
  • Built territory-specific sales plans by reviewing competitor activities and lead spending trends.

Education

Audio Engineering & Music Production - Music Technology

Recording Connection
Los Angeles, CA
12-2018

High School Diploma -

Mechanicsburg High School
Mechanicsburg, OH
05.2012

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature / Psychology / Sociology

Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH

Some College (No Degree) - English Language / Literature / Art History

Urbana University
Urbana, OH

Some College (No Degree) - Vocal Performance

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH

Skills

  • CPR Certified for infants & adults
  • Wound assessment & management
  • Patient rights advocacy
  • Patient Management
  • Patient Assessment and Care
  • Electronic & Written Health Records
  • Patient Care
  • Ventilator care
  • Gastrostomy Tube care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Urinary Catheter (Insert/Export)
  • Seizure management
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Medication administering
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Works well under Pressure
  • Good at brainstorming with logic & creativity to come up with new ideas on how to care for a patient in the way for their well being
  • Physical therapy background
  • Healing touch therapy
  • Massage Therapy
  • Music therapy techniques
  • One-on-one support
  • Client Relations
  • Customer Service Satisfaction
  • Over a decade in the Food & Bar Service Industry

Timeline

Studio Manager

Encore Recording Studios
02.2024 - Current

Owner / Natural Body Care Advocate /Retail Sales Associate

West Health & Beauty
01.2023 - Current

CEO

Samuri Sound LLC
08.2020 - Current

Audio Engineer

Encore Recording Studios
02.2020 - Current

Primary Medical Caregiver

Lavender West (my daughter)
12.2017 - 05.2021

State Certified Energy Canvasser

APG&E
06.2016 - 12.2016

Personal Fitness Trainer / Professional Dancer

Independent Contractor
07.2013 - Current

Audio Engineering & Music Production - Music Technology

Recording Connection

High School Diploma -

Mechanicsburg High School

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature / Psychology / Sociology

Clark State Community College

Some College (No Degree) - English Language / Literature / Art History

Urbana University

Some College (No Degree) - Vocal Performance

Sinclair Community College

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