Theron McEachern
Buckley,MI
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Bayridge Assisted Living, skilled in elderly care and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance resident satisfaction through attentive service and effective communication. Adept at monitoring vital signs and fostering independence, ensuring a high standard of patient care and well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Aide
Bayridge Assisted Living
Traverse City
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored residents' health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Supported recreational activities, encouraging resident participation and social interaction.
- Documented residents' progress and care activities accurately in logbooks.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices in resident care.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conducted regular room checks to ensure cleanliness, safety, and overall well-being of residents within the facility.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Actively participated in ongoing staff training programs to maintain knowledge on best practices in residential care settings.
- Improved resident satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Developed strong relationships with residents'' families by maintaining open lines of communication regarding their loved one''s care and progress.
- Enhanced resident independence by encouraging self-care tasks within their abilities while still providing necessary assistance when needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide holistic care for each resident, ensuring all aspects of well-being were addressed in a cohesive manner.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their overall quality of life.
- Delivered meal assistance services to residents who required additional support during mealtimes, ensuring adequate nutrition intake for each individual''s dietary needs.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Contributed to reducing falls among elderly residents through vigilant supervision during ambulation and transfers.
- Maintained accurate records of resident information, including medical histories, medications, and progress notes for effective care management.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Sales Associate
Blaine's Farm And Fleet
Traverse City, MI
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems to ensure accurate sales recording.
- Maintained inventory levels by restocking shelves and organizing merchandise displays effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service and improve overall shopping experience.
- Trained new associates on sales techniques and store procedures to foster a cohesive team environment.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory to identify discrepancies and implement corrective measures efficiently.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks, such as stock replenishment and cycle counts, to ensure product availability.
- Increased customer loyalty with personalized shopping experiences and attentive service.
- Managed inventory to ensure product availability, contributing to uptick in sales.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
General Laborer
Matthews Affordable Building
Buckley, MI
04.2020 - 10.2023
- Operated heavy machinery to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to enhance safety standards.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper tool usage and safety protocols.
- Executed daily labor tasks, consistently meeting production schedules and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team to identify process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Implemented best practices for waste management, contributing to a cleaner work environment.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Ensured quality workmanship, performing thorough inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buckley Community School
Buckley, MI06.2025
Skills
Assisted living experience
Elderly care
Compassionate caregiving
Dementia care
Bedside manner
Emotional support
Transportation assistance
Housekeeping duties
Behavioral management
Client confidentiality
Activity planning
Nutrition monitoring
Disability awareness
Adaptive equipment use
Patient assistance
Personal hygiene support
Toileting assistance
Fall prevention
Physical assistance
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Dressing assistance
Clinical documentation
Personal hygiene assistance
Privacy and confidentiality
Social interaction
Infection control
Client relationship management
Patient transportation
ADL support
Mobility assistance
Laundry services
Emergency response
Continuing education
Mental health care
Behavior documentation
Range of motion exercises
Medical equipment
Healthcare reporting
Laundry processing
Ambulation support
Positioning management
Memory care
Resident advocacy
Transfers
Transfer assistance
Willingness to learn
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Vital signs
Basic life support
Reliability
Excellent communication
Direct patient care
Empathy and compassionate care
Organizational skills
HIPAA compliance
Recording vital signs
Patient-focused care
Collecting vital signs
Active listening
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
Activities of daily living ADL support
Calm under stress
Heavy lifting
Supporting personal needs
Catheter care
Relationship building
Patient care quality
Patient observation
Patient relationship building
Patient assessments
Electronic charting
Documenting behaviors
Timeline
Resident Aide
Bayridge Assisted Living
10.2025 - 01.2026
Sales Associate
Blaine's Farm And Fleet
03.2023 - 10.2025
General Laborer
Matthews Affordable Building
04.2020 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Buckley Community School