Vincent Graves
Greenbrier,AR
Summary
Passionate Dog Daycare Attendant with significant experience in canine care, supervision, and grooming. Known for providing interactive and stimulating environments that promote health and happiness among dogs of various breeds and sizes. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining professionalism and compassion towards both pets and pet owners. Demonstrated positive impact on dog welfare through consistent delivery of high-quality care services. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Demonstrates quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating new problems with effective solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Daycare Attendant
Southern Paws of Greenbrier
Greenbrier, AR
04.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival, ensuring all paperwork was completed accurately.
- Conducted daily health checks on all animals, noting any changes in behavior or physical condition and reported to management.
- Provided routine care for dogs such as feeding, walking, bathing, brushing and playing with them.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment throughout the daycare facility by regularly sanitizing cages, bowls, toys and other areas used by the dogs.
- Monitored dog interactions to ensure safety of both animals and humans.
- Ensured that all dogs were properly vaccinated before being admitted into the daycare center.
- Performed basic grooming tasks such as nail trimming, ear cleaning and teeth brushing on certain breeds of dogs.
- Enforced strict rules of conduct while interacting with animals in order to prevent potential harm or injury.
- Displayed patience and understanding when dealing with difficult or aggressive behaviors from canines.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere for all guests through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained professional working relationships with co-workers by communicating effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving injured or ill animals.
- Administered medications according to veterinarian's instructions when required.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
- Recommended additional services such as training classes or boarding options based on individual pet needs.
- Cared for pets during owners' absences.
- Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
CNA
Conway Human Development Center
Conway, AR
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Received daily assignments and reviewed previous shift reports.
- Performed or assisted with patients' personal care and hygiene activities, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed patients to detect problems or changes, and notified nursing personnel as needed. Monitored and recorded vital signs, weight.
- Emptied catheters and urinals, collected urine and fecal specimens, and administered routine treatments.
- Provided assistance at mealtime by escorting patients or delivering trays, distributing meal cards, feeding, and cleaning patients or patient facilities. At one point, successfully applied 'Abdominal Thrust' to clear a client's airway.
- Performed many housekeeping duties by cleaning patient rooms and equipment, disposing of and replacing linens, obtaining blankets, water, or other needed items, and counting and storing patient clothing.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities or escorted patients to and from clinic appointments.
- Offering clients leisure activities, engaging and socializing with the clients who desired to.
- Offer clients reassurance and emotional support when needed, rode with the patient to the hospital, and answered questions for medical staff.
- Worked in short-staffed conditions as optimally as possible and worked rotating shifts or hours other than normal working hours.
- Successfully lifted and positioned patients, assisted with walking, and assisted with mobility devices.
- Successfully managed aggressive behavior with safe de-escalation practices. Performed other duties as assigned.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Shelf Stocker
Kroger
Morrilton, AR
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Received and unpacked shipments, verified contents against invoices, and stocked shelves accordingly.
- Maintained store shelves by removing expired products, rotating stock, and restocking items as needed.
- Organized backroom storage areas to ensure efficient product retrieval.
- Assisted customers in locating merchandise on the sales floor.
- Built displays for new products and promotional materials.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries regarding product availability or pricing information.
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed when handling heavy items or operating machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Inspected incoming goods for damages or defects before stocking them on the shelves.
- Conducted regular shelf-facing activities to maintain a neat appearance in the store's aisles.
- Updated price tags based on current promotions or discounts offered by the store.
- Replenished low inventory levels from backstock areas using scanning equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with shoppers.
- Kept work area clean and organized throughout shift to promote efficiency.
- Followed established procedures for stocking high-demand items in order to meet customer demand.
- Partnered with other team members in completing tasks assigned by management team.
- Successfully operated a pallet jack to unload and distribute products
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Morrilton, ARSkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Cleaning and Organization
- Safe Equipment Operations
- Employee Mentoring
- Documentation abilities
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Medication Administration
- Sanitizing Environment
- Animal Handling
- Creativity and Innovation
- Animal Care
- Meal Preparation
- Written Communication
- Problem-solving Aptitude
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Human and Animal Safety
- Injury Evaluation
- Professional Demeanor
- Task Prioritization
- Treatment Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Multitasking
- Housekeeping Duties
- Animal Grooming
- Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- Reptile, arachnid, invertebrate, dog, and chicken keeping hobbies since 2017. They keep me busy!
- Hiking, camping, and gardening succulents and vegetables
- Painting, crafting, and beginner woodworking
Timeline
Dog Daycare Attendant
Southern Paws of Greenbrier
04.2023 - Current
CNA
Conway Human Development Center
09.2021 - 04.2022
Shelf Stocker
Kroger
05.2021 - 07.2021
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
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