Sparkel Mcelroy
Richmond,CA
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook's Assistant
M6 food&catering
richmond, CA
02.2020 - 08.2025
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
Certified Nurse's Assistant
In Home Supportive Services
Pleasant Hill, California
08.1999 - 05.2025
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Medical courier/Medical Lab Assistant
kaiser hospital/hospital couriers corporation
Richmond, California
05.2006 - 02.2017
- Managed multiple routes concurrently while meeting all deadlines.
- Maintained detailed logs of all deliveries including dates, times, locations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive materials.
- Responded quickly to any changes or requests from dispatch personnel.
- Verified orders for accuracy before deliveries were made.
- Followed established protocols when transporting hazardous materials.
- Coordinated delivery of medical specimens to appropriate laboratory facilities.
- Recorded accurate mileage for each delivery route.
- Assisted in loading and unloading items into vehicles as needed.
- Processed paperwork associated with deliveries accurately and efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service during interactions with clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to understand specific handling requirements for different types of medical specimens and products.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards during the handling and transportation of sensitive medical materials.
- Transported medical specimens, lab results, and patient documents between hospitals and laboratories, ensuring timely and safe delivery.
Patient Transporter
Brookside hospital
San Pablo, California
05.2007 - 02.2015
- Assisted with transferring deceased bodies from the hospital unit to the morgue with respect and dignity.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Informed family members of patient's arrival at the assigned destination.
- Responded quickly in an emergency situation by calling 911 or activating the code blue team if needed.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Provided timely transportation services for outpatients to various medical facilities.
- Operated lift devices such as stair chairs safely and efficiently.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Recorded accurate times of departure and arrival on log sheets.
- Educated patients on safe transfer techniques while preparing them for transport.
h vac
canyon constuction
San Francisco, California
09.2009 - 05.2014
- Conducted routine maintenance on all cleanroom systems including HVAC systems.
- Performed maintenance on existing HVAC systems.
- Assisted in the installation of new HVAC systems when necessary.
- Conducted routine maintenance of building systems such as HVAC and lighting.
- Assisted in the installation of HVAC units according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Provided customer service assistance related to basic HVAC operations.
- Assisted in the fabrication of sheet metal ducts for HVAC installations.
- Replaced air filters as needed for HVAC systems in residences.
- Driving routes for product pickups.
- safety regulations
Assistant Janitor
vale convalesent
San Pablo, California
07.2003 - 07.2008
- Assisted in cleaning bathrooms, replenishing supplies, and restocking paper towels.
- Responded to emergency clean up requests promptly.
- Organized storage rooms properly by labeling items clearly and keeping them neat.
- Maintained janitorial equipment in good working order; reported malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Followed health and safety regulations at all times when performing tasks.
- Swept and mopped floors, emptied trash cans, and dusted surfaces.
- Checked inventory levels regularly to ensure adequate stock was on hand.
- Sanitized all areas of the facility using appropriate solutions as per guidelines.
Process Assistant
Bank of America
San Francisco, California
01.2001 - 06.2005
- Monitored process performance to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Coordinated cross-functional activities necessary for successful implementation of new processes.
- Identified areas for improvement and recommended solutions to optimize processes.
- Participated in meetings with internal teams to discuss process changes or modifications.
- Cash handling, data entry, ATM depositing, transfer.
- Brink's truck opening and closing into bank deposits.
- Department of the Treasury.
- IRS money transfers.
Education
GED -
06-1997
Skills
- safety and quality control
- Customer service and relationship management
- sanitation and safety management
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Menu planning and delivery tracking
- Medical specimen handling and processing
- Emergency response and hazardous materials transport
- Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration and multitasking abilities
- Payment collection and patient documentation pickup
- Patient transport
- Safety compliance
- Healthcare teamwork
- Documentation accuracy
- Customer service
- Compassionate care
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control
- Exam room preparation
- Specimen delivery
- Supplies delivery
- Patient tagging
- Wheelchair assistance
Timeline
Cook's Assistant - M6 food&catering
02.2020 - 08.2025
h vac - canyon constuction
09.2009 - 05.2014
Patient Transporter - Brookside hospital
05.2007 - 02.2015
Medical courier/Medical Lab Assistant - kaiser hospital/hospital couriers corporation
05.2006 - 02.2017
Assistant Janitor - vale convalesent
07.2003 - 07.2008
Process Assistant - Bank of America
01.2001 - 06.2005
Certified Nurse's Assistant - In Home Supportive Services
08.1999 - 05.2025
Samuel Gompers high school - GED,