Tanika Jarrell
Columbia,SC
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Parents
01.2017 - Current
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Manager
Avenue
columbia, sc
1997 - 2015
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
Associates Degree - Human Services
Midlands Technical College
316 South Beltline Boulevard01.2024
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School
Columbia, SC05.1996
Skills
- Grocery Shopping
- Household Chores
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Medication Administration
- Time Management
- Medical Records Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Patient Care
- Client Transportation
- Diet and Nutrition
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Personal Care Assistance
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Problem Identification
- Developing Client Trust
- Patient Rapport
- Housekeeping
- Bathing and Dressing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Caregiver
Parents
01.2017 - Current
Manager
Avenue
1997 - 2015
Associates Degree - Human Services
Midlands Technical College
High School Diploma -
Eau Claire High School
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