Tressa Pridgen
Ivanhoe,NC
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with a proven track record at GT INDEPENDENCE, enhancing client well-being through personalized routines and effective communication. Skilled in elderly care and time management, I foster positive relationships while ensuring safety and comfort. Recognized for implementing efficient practices that promote independence and quality of life for clients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
GT INDEPENDENCE
Ivanhoe, NC
12.2017 - Current
- Managed clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, enhancing health management.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive client relationships.
- Documented changes in client conditions and reported to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Implemented personalized routines to promote independence and quality of life.
- Monitored environments for safety hazards, reducing risks for clients effectively.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Production Worker
ACME Smoked Fish
Wilmington, NC
10.2014 - 11.2017
- I managed over 100 people for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, implementing best practices to enhance overall efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent production delays.
- Reduced waste in the production process by monitoring materials usage and adjusting procedures accordingly.
- Engaged in regular review meetings to discuss production performance and set future goals.
- Facilitated training for junior production workers, improving overall team skill levels.
- Contributed to product innovation by providing feedback on production challenges.
- Assisted in development of new production techniques, leading to more efficient processes.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Implemented sustainable practices within production process, aligning with environmental goals.
- Enhanced team collaboration by initiating regular communication meetings.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance on machinery.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions to production.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to address production issues, leading to smoother operations.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring flexibility in operations.
- Played key role in achieving production targets, consistently meeting daily quotas.
- Supported new staff, facilitating quicker adaptation to production environment.
- Optimized material usage to minimize waste, contributing to cost reduction efforts.
- Improved product quality with meticulous quality control checks.
- Enhanced production line efficiency by streamlining assembly processes.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
Head Cook
Adventure World Daycare
Wilmington, NC
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations to cook for 100+ children.
- Developed weekly menus that met nutritional guidelines and dietary restrictions.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and optimize supplies.
- Coordinated special dietary needs, accommodating allergies and preferences effectively.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Reduced food waste by implementing inventory management systems and optimizing ingredient usage.
Production Worker
Dell Laboratories
Rocky Point, NC
07.2002 - 06.2006
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall production efficiency.
- Trained new employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment issues, quickly resolving problems to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Increased team morale, leading safety training sessions.
Education
High School Diploma - High School Subjects
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA08-2009
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong ethics
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Team collaboration
Additional Information
I have been working in production most of my life. I have been team leaders in every production company I have worked for. I love what I do and I make the best of my days by keeping a positive attitude and strong work ethics
Timeline
Caregiver
GT INDEPENDENCE
12.2017 - Current
Production Worker
ACME Smoked Fish
10.2014 - 11.2017
Head Cook
Adventure World Daycare
07.2010 - 08.2011
Production Worker
Dell Laboratories
07.2002 - 06.2006
High School Diploma - High School Subjects
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School