Tonya Merrick
Oscoda
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Repair Coordinator/Warehouse Material Handler
Kalitta Air
Oscoda, MI
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated repair schedules to ensure timely aircraft readiness and compliance with maintenance regulations.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to resolve technical issues and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Utilized maintenance tracking software to monitor repair progress and update status reports effectively.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior team members on repair processes and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to ensure adequate stock levels for replacement parts, minimizing delays in repair completion timeframes.
- Coordinated with shipping departments to ensure timely dispatch of materials and supplies.
- Identified, communicated and resolved issues to avoid disruptions in material movement.
- Coordinated with logistics and transportation teams to schedule shipments, optimizing delivery times and reducing delays.
- Operated heavy machinery, including forklifts and pallet jacks, to move large quantities of material, ensuring timely supply to production lines.
Material Handling Specialist
Kalitta Air, STS
Oscoda, MI
08.2020 - Current
- Operated forklifts and other material handling equipment to ensure efficient cargo movement.
- Implemented safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents during material handling operations.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, enhancing accuracy in stock levels and order fulfillment.
- Trained new staff on best practices for safe and effective material handling techniques.
- Streamlined parts retrieval processes, enhancing efficiency in daily operations.
- Identified obsolete parts and organized their disposal, optimizing warehouse space utilization.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, ensuring accurate stock records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Conducted thorough inspections of incoming parts for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure parts availability and reduce delays in service.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reverence Home Health And Hospice
Tawas City, MI
07.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to homecare and hospice policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort.
- Preserved patient dignity and minimized discomfort by assisting patients with ADL's
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Intake Coordinator/Medical Records/CNA
Hospice Of Helping Hands
West Branch, MI
11.2009 - 07.2014
- Compiled physical and digital paperwork to meet business and patient needs, including charts, reports and correspondence.
- Updated group medical records and technical library to support smooth office operations.
- Interviewed patients to collect medical information and insurance details.
- Managed medical supply inventory, insurance records, patient charts and company files using online tracking system.
- Created and maintained accurate and confidential patient files.
- Addressed, documented, and responded to incoming and outgoing calls and correspondence.
- Contacted other medical facilities to confirm medical histories and prevent inaccurate diagnoses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tendercare Services
Tawas City, MI
01.2007 - 11.2009
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redford Union High School
Redford, MISkills
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Job prioritizing
- Data entry and analysis
- Safety standards
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Inventory management
- Repair requirements determination
- Process improvement
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant 2007
Timeline
Repair Coordinator/Warehouse Material Handler
Kalitta Air
06.2021 - Current
Material Handling Specialist
Kalitta Air, STS
08.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reverence Home Health And Hospice
07.2014 - Current
Intake Coordinator/Medical Records/CNA
Hospice Of Helping Hands
11.2009 - 07.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tendercare Services
01.2007 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Redford Union High School