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Shantalay Garrett

McClellanville,SC

Summary

Detail-oriented Substitute Teacher with 3 years of experience. Proven history of jumping into lesson plans without skipping content or losing time for student progress. Experienced Caregiver and Med-Tech for 3 years knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute

Kelly Educational Staffing
Charleston, South Carolina
12.2019 - Current
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.

Receptionist

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant , SC
01.2021 - 09.2021
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
  • Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Checked-in visitors, distributed visitor badges and managed logbooks to comply with security initiatives.

Caregiver

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, SC
05.2018 - 09.2021
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, medication reminders , and with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed and recorded them in patients charts.
  • Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, assisting with concerns, and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
  • Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment and reagents used and placed orders for replacements. Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
  • Communicated with dispatch and treatment center personnel to provide information about medical situations and receive instructions for further treatment.

Dining Room Server

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, SC
11.2012 - 05.2018
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Middle-High School
McClellanville, SC
06.2010

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Special education
  • Decision Making
  • Bedside Care
  • Client Education
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Conflict and Complaint Resolution
  • Workflow Coordination

Certification

Employee of the month

September 2018

Medication Tech

December 2018

Salutatorian

June 2010

National Honor Society

May 2008

  • Inducted for displaying the four characteristics of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Volunteer Work/Other

Habitat for Humanity

Teacher Cadet

References

Michael Antonelli, Principal, Carolina Park Elementary School

LaCarma McMillan, Principal, St. James Santee Elementary-Middle School

Mark Summerville, Resident Director Management, Somerby of Mount Pleasant

Christine Blackburn, Memory Care Manager, Somerby of Mount Pleasant

Sonya Gardner, Program Coordinator, Charleston County Parks and Recreation

Timeline

Receptionist

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
01.2021 - 09.2021

Substitute

Kelly Educational Staffing
12.2019 - Current

Caregiver

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
05.2018 - 09.2021

Dining Room Server

Somerby Of Mount Pleasant
11.2012 - 05.2018

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Middle-High School

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