Tara Garretson
Kill Devil Hills,North Carolina
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Home Health Care Provider
Self-employeed
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced patient quality of life by providing personalized and compassionate care tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted clients in maintaining their independence by offering support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Improved family members'' peace of mind by consistently updating them on the client''s health status and addressing any concerns.
- Ensured client safety, regularly monitoring their living environment and making necessary adjustments to prevent accidents or falls.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering an atmosphere of trust and open communication.
- Administered medications accurately according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosages for optimal patient health.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, reporting any changes in condition to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans that addressed the physical, emotional, and social needs of each client.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to appointments, errands, or social outings while ensuring their safety and comfort during travel.
B Good
Co-Manager
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Co Manager
Limited Too
11.2008 - 12.2010
- Enhanced store performance by implementing effective sales strategies and optimizing merchandising layouts.
- Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency, leading to reduced costs and improved customer experience.
- Increased sales revenue by training and mentoring staff in effective selling techniques and product knowledge.
- Managed inventory control, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing shrinkage and wastage.
- Collaborated with Store Manager to develop promotional strategies that effectively attracted new customers and increased foot traffic.
- Implemented loss prevention measures, reducing instances of theft and improving store security.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing agreements and securing high-quality products for the store.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular appraisals, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for professional development.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations by monitoring operations on a daily basis.
- Managed scheduling for all employees to ensure adequate coverage during peak periods without compromising labor cost objectives.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and selecting top-performing candidates who aligned with the company''s values.
- Resolved complex customer complaints promptly and effectively, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction while protecting business interests.
- Coordinated visual merchandising efforts across different departments for cohesive displays that maximized sales potential.
- Continuously monitored market trends and competitor activities, adjusting strategies accordingly to maintain a competitive advantage within the industry.
- Acted as a key liaison between employees and management, facilitating open communication channels and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Performed regular reviews assessing each employee's performance and developed improvement plans.
- Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet state, local, and federal housing requirements.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- 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.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Barton College
Wilson, NCSkills
- Record keeping
- Alzheimer's care
- Nutrition planning
- Fall prevention
Timeline
Private Home Health Care Provider
Self-employeed
08.2020 - 04.2022
B Good
Co-Manager
03.2018 - 03.2019
Co Manager
Limited Too
11.2008 - 12.2010
No Degree - Nursing
Barton College
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