Shevon Patterson
New Haven,CT
Summary
Completing high school during a particularly challenging period in my life was a significant accomplishment for me. I have recently been accepted into a nursing program, which is a testament to my passion for helping others. My experience working in retail has been instrumental in enhancing my communication skills, as I was previously not very talkative. However, I have now developed strong interpersonal skills, which I believe will serve me well in my future career as a nurse. Helping others has always been a source of fulfillment for me, and I am eager to continue making a positive impact in the lives of others. Working in retail has been a valuable experience that I would consider pursuing long-term, in conjunction with my nursing career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caretaker
City Care
Hamden, CT
12.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation and personal grooming.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Style Consultant
Target
Orange, CT, US
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Organized product displays in store to maximize visibility and attract new customers
- Utilized excellent communication skills to build relationships with customers and develop brand loyalty
- Assisted customers with selecting clothing items based on their preferences
- Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies and basic visual merchandising
- Maintained an organized sales floor, stocked shelves with merchandise, and arranged displays to attract customers
- Processed returns in accordance with store policy while ensuring accuracy of paperwork
- Managed inventory levels by restocking shelves with no merchandise as needed
Apparel Sales Associate
Walmart
Hamden, CT, US
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Followed established guidelines for merchandising apparel according to size, color, style
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and suggesting items
- Develop and implement visual merchandising strategies to enhance the overall appearance and appeal of the apparel department
- Assist customers in finding the perfect outfit by utilizing your extensive knowledge of fashion trends and product availability
- Created visually appealing window displays featuring seasonal items or special promotions by restocking seasonal items or special promotions
Inbound Stower
Amazon Warehouse
North Haven, CT, US
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Followed safety protocols while operating forklifts and other machinery
- Adhered to company policies regarding material handling procedures
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
- Performed quality checks on products prior to storage or shipment
- Organized items on shelves according to item numbers and size specifications
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills both verbally and written
- Maintained accurate inventory records by updating stock lists in database system
Cook/Server/Dishwasher
Riverside Educational Center
New Haven, CT, US
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for food preparation and service
- Managed and coordinated multiple projects while ensuring timely competition
Education
High school diploma -
James Hillhouse High School
New Haven, CT06.2021
Riverside Education Academy
New Haven, CT06.2021
Skills
- Team Work & Motivation
- Pricing
- Merchandising
- Organizational Skills
- Guest Services
- Communication Skills
- Project Planning
- Time Management
- Administrative Experience
- Freight Experience
- Problem solving
- Retail sales
- Creativity
- Customer service
- Customer support
- Cleaning
- Cooking
- Adaptability
- Pallet jack
- Heavy lifting
- Food service
- Meal preparation
- Organizational management
- Typing
- Hospitality
- Serving
- Food handling
- Front desk
- Cashier
- Stocking
Certification
- Temporary nurse aide, 05/01/22, Present, A temporary nurse aides assist Registered Nurses and Certified Registered Nurses in their daily duties. This could include bathing, dressing, nutrition, and oral care.
- CPR Certification, 02/01/24, 02/01/26, Purpose of this certification is understanding how to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over.
Willingtorelocate
- Hamden, CT
- West Haven, CT
- Milford, CT
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Caretaker
City Care
12.2024 - Current
Style Consultant
Target
04.2023 - 10.2024
Apparel Sales Associate
Walmart
08.2022 - 04.2023
Inbound Stower
Amazon Warehouse
12.2021 - 05.2022
Cook/Server/Dishwasher
Riverside Educational Center
05.2021 - 09.2021
High school diploma -
James Hillhouse High School
Riverside Education Academy