Vernell Wilson
Delray Beach,Florida
Summary
A proven professional, adept in both creative and structured environments, I excel in fostering children's development and ensuring their safety, as demonstrated at Morikami Park Elementary School. My reliability, coupled with a knack for imaginative activity planning, positions me as a standout candidate. Expertise in special needs care and child supervision underscores my comprehensive skill set.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Care Provider
Morikami Park Elementary School
Delray Beach, Florida
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for the students.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Facilitated positive relationships between children of different ages; promoting teamwork and cooperation skills.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Encouraged positive behaviors among students by setting clear expectations and boundaries.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Supervised children during after-school hours; ensuring safety and providing support.
Warehouse Packer
Amazon FTW6
Grapevine, TX
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulling materials, packing boxes, and placing orders in delivery area.
- Printed accurate labels and applied to boxes, crates and containers prior to shipment.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as conveyors and hoists.
Morning Stocker
At Home Store
Garland, TX
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Unloaded and organized product shipments in the stockroom.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
- Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Cleaned and maintained aisles, displays, fixtures, floors, walls, windows.
- Stocked merchandise onto store shelves according to company standards.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items in store.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
- Assisted with training new employees on stocking procedures.
- Adhered to safety policies while operating material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and ladders.
- Provided exceptional customer service by greeting shoppers and answering inquiries.
- Received payment from customers for purchases made in the store.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected products for defects or damages prior to stocking shelves.
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
School Bus Driver
First Student Inc.
Kankakee, IL
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
- Performed routine bus maintenance and cleaning for ideal condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Reported accidents, hazards or transportation delays using mobile two-way radios.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of first aid techniques in order to provide basic medical care if necessary.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
- Maintained order among passengers and explained safety rules and hazards.
- Safely and patiently escorted small children across roads.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Operated bus safety lighting to increase safety during bus stop boarding and departing.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Reported inappropriate and disruptive student behaviors to school administration.
- Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal transportation regulations.
- Provided safe and reliable school bus transportation service on fixed routes.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
Cook
Pinnacle Opportunities Inc.
Bourbonnais, IL
01.2006 - 04.2007
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Receptionist
Sears Hearing Aid Department
Bourbonnais, IL
01.2001 - 03.2003
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for management team.
- Monitored reception area to provide consistently safe, hazard-free environment for customers.
- Answered, screened, and forwarded incoming phone calls while managing multi-line telephone systems.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, providing timely and appropriate solutions.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Protected clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
Home Childcare Provider
Loving Hands Daycare
Kankakee, IL
06.1992 - 11.2000
- Handle emergencies according to established policies and procedures.
- Plan and prepare meals, snacks, activities and outings appropriate to the age of the children.
- Maintain records such as daily logs, incident reports or health information about each child in my care.
- Encourage language development through storytelling, reading books and playing games with the children.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Ensure that all safety and hygiene standards are met at all times.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Arrange field trips to local parks or other places of interest for learning purposes.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Carry out daily routines including feeding, bathing and changing diapers of infants.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
- Organize indoor and outdoor play activities to stimulate physical and mental development.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Clean toys, equipment and areas used by the children on a regular basis.
- Administer medications according to parental instructions if needed.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Enforce discipline methods consistent with parents' guidelines while providing guidance on proper behavior.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
Phlebotomist
Broward Hospital District
Fort Lauderdale, FL
11.1989 - 04.1992
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Phlebotomy Technition
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
09.1978 - 11.1989
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Performed venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Maintained records of specimens taken, test results, or other pertinent information in an organized fashion.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and sterilized between uses.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Provided assistance to medical personnel when needed during emergency situations.
- Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Prepared paperwork for laboratory orders, including appropriate coding.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary for performing phlebotomy duties.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Obtained specimens from adults, children, and infants for laboratory tests.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
- Processed specimens to ensure accurate results.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Stored collected specimens according to established protocols for transport to the laboratory.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
Decatur, IL06-1977
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Creativity and imagination
- Special needs care
- Age-appropriate activities
- Child supervision
- Homework assistance
Timeline
After-School Care Provider
Morikami Park Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Warehouse Packer
Amazon FTW6
10.2019 - 01.2021
Morning Stocker
At Home Store
05.2018 - 10.2019
School Bus Driver
First Student Inc.
04.2013 - 06.2015
Cook
Pinnacle Opportunities Inc.
01.2006 - 04.2007
Receptionist
Sears Hearing Aid Department
01.2001 - 03.2003
Home Childcare Provider
Loving Hands Daycare
06.1992 - 11.2000
Phlebotomist
Broward Hospital District
11.1989 - 04.1992
Phlebotomy Technition
Decatur Memorial Hospital
09.1978 - 11.1989
High School Diploma -
Eisenhower High School
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