Credentialed Personal Care Aide offering 10 years of experience providing compassionate care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
11.2024 - Current
Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
Call Center Representative
Hudson Dermatologist
09.2024 - 11.2024
Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
Established trust with clients by accurately addressing their concerns and offering appropriate resolutions based on their needs.
Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.
Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, streamlining communication efforts between various departments.
Direct Support Professional
Taconic DDSO
05.2024 - 09.2024
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
CLERK
USPS
08.2023 - 05.2024
Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction
Operated office equipment including computers, printers, copiers, scanners
Utilized problem solving skills to resolve customer complaints quickly
PCA
Vassar Warner Home
06.2022 - 08.2023
Provided assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility
Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
Maintained a clean, safe environment within the home setting at all times
Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff
Performed vital signs monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate
Helped patients with ambulation using gait belts or wheelchairs while ensuring safety protocols were followed
Demonstrated expertise in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse population of clients
Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to PCA duties and responsibilities
Reported changes in condition or behavior promptly to RNs or physicians
Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions
PCA
The Avalon
03.2022 - 08.2022
Provided assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility
Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
Maintained a clean, safe environment within the home setting at all times
Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff
Helped patients with ambulation using gait belts or wheelchairs while ensuring safety protocols were followed
Demonstrated expertise in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse population of clients
UNLOADER
FedEx
09.2021 - 02.2022
Unload the trucks
PERSONAL CARE AIDE
Unlimited Healthcare
02.2017 - 09.2021
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
Maintained a clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each client to facilitate best care possible
Improved ED administration by compiling and analyzing data and identifying areas of improvement
Remained alert to conditions interfering with the safety and well-being of residents involved in activities
Directed the installation of improved work methods and procedures to achieve agency objectives
Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership
Managed tasks to reach community census goals through outreach, inside sales, lead generation and lead conversion
Visited with residents to provide sensory stimulation and reality orientation
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines
Evaluated nursing notes to confirm that they accurately and completely described care provided and patient responses
Monitored patients with acute conditions
Tracked and escalated compliance, care and quality issues
INVENTORY ASSOCIATE
Walmart
04.2014 - 02.2017
Evaluated special circumstances and established needs when placing new supply orders
Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count
Applied a clean and organized approach to maintaining inventory storage area
Detailed diverse facets of inventory management in reports, including costs, deliveries and usage
Conducted quantity takeoffs and ordered materials
Utilized an efficient and accurate approach when performing scheduled audits
Maintained inventory and supply levels to manage production workflows
Oversaw shipping and receiving of inventory and supplies
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement
Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks
Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times
Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices
Stacked and transported all overstock to storage areas
Reported inventory balances and cycle counts in both the ERP and WMS systems
Synthesized project findings into actionable recommendations with demonstrable effects on business performance
Implemented strategic shipping policies to achieve long and short-term sales targets
Monitored department performance data to identify and avoid potential risks
Operated powered lift trucks, floor sweepers, pallet jacks and forklifts safely and with a 0% incident rate
Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to the company and customers
Coordinated with freight forwarders to expedite international shipments
Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency
Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport
Evaluated and reconfigured systems to support customer service and operational goals
Conducted research on logistics operations, including literature reviews, interviews and site visits
Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the warehouse
Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Rite Aid
05.2015 - 06.2016
Built attractive holiday and seasonal displays for merchandising program
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options
Monitored the freshness and condition of prepared foods
Closed down the kitchen after each shift and precisely followed closing checklist for kitchen stations
Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service
Supported other areas of the restaurant in set up, cleanup, prep work and equipment maintenance
Identified items in stock for first use to decrease waste and profit loss
Consistently held the position of best performing store in the region
Maintained facility compliance with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations
Conducted price checks for cashiers and service clerks
Arranged and stocked department displays
Maintained knowledge of current product locations
Completed opening and closing checklists according to set standards
Complied with all health department regulations and rectified issues immediately
Oversaw overnight store operations, including staff assignments and production lists
Served guests promptly to ensure food remained at proper temperatures
Promoted and endorsed the company to bring in new business
Performed additional tasks to keep the dining room running smoothly
Consistently received a 100% rate of customer satisfaction
Stocked newly delivered inventory in storage, kitchen and food prep stations
Utilized hot water, dish cloths and sanitizing or cleaning products to wipe down kitchen and food preparation areas
Communicated with the merchandising, logistics, finance and operations departments
Operated check stand equipment including cash register, scanner and scale
Handled and bagged groceries carefully and according to customer preference
Identified assignments to provide associates with developmental opportunities
Safely used knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jack and hand trucks
PERSONAL CARE AIDE
Community Healthcare
08.2011 - 12.2011
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan
Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes
Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety
Maintained a clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each client to facilitate best care possible
Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements
Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities
Worked as part of team to execute proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
Education
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY -
SUNY orange
Newburgh, NY
Skills
Knowledge of state regulations
Client documentation
Quality program protocols
Behavior redirection
Compassionate client care
Care plan management
Reporting skills
Patient-oriented
Organization and planning
Body mechanics knowledge
Certification
PCA
EKG
MED TECH
Timeline
Crew Member
Dunkin' Donuts
11.2024 - Current
Call Center Representative
Hudson Dermatologist
09.2024 - 11.2024
Direct Support Professional
Taconic DDSO
05.2024 - 09.2024
CLERK
USPS
08.2023 - 05.2024
PCA
Vassar Warner Home
06.2022 - 08.2023
PCA
The Avalon
03.2022 - 08.2022
UNLOADER
FedEx
09.2021 - 02.2022
PERSONAL CARE AIDE
Unlimited Healthcare
02.2017 - 09.2021
SHIFT SUPERVISOR
Rite Aid
05.2015 - 06.2016
INVENTORY ASSOCIATE
Walmart
04.2014 - 02.2017
PERSONAL CARE AIDE
Community Healthcare
08.2011 - 12.2011
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY -