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Antayja Atkins
Murfreesboro
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Visiting Angles
Caregiver
07.2023 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Patient Care Technician
11.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Womack Army Medical Center
Housekeeper
02.2022 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Reduced the need for deep cleanings by consistently addressing minor maintenance issues.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Streamlined laundry processes, resulting in faster turnaround times for guest linens and towels.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
Shake Shack
Team Member
05.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Ensured smooth operations during peak periods via effective time management techniques such as delegation and task prioritization.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Host
10.2020 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
- Managed reservations efficiently to accommodate walk-in guests and reduce wait times.
- Implemented table rotation system for optimal server workload distribution, resulting in improved service quality.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Assisted servers with food delivery during peak hours to ensure timely service for all guests.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to communicate dietary restrictions or special requests from customers, ensuring accurate meal preparation.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by maintaining an organized host stand, including menus, reservation logs, and seating charts.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Supported restaurant marketing efforts by promoting upcoming events or specials to guests as appropriate.
Culver's Restaurant
Team Member
01.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing effective collaboration tools.
- Boosted overall productivity by identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted strategies.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies and procedures while sustaining high-quality work standards under pressure.
- Facilitated successful project outcomes through meticulous organization of resources while maintaining open lines of communication among stakeholders.
Education
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High SchoolSt Louis, MO
High School Diploma
05.2023
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Mobility Assistance
- Basic Housekeeping
- Care Plan Adherence
- Meal Preparation
- Multitasking and Organization
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible Schedule and Availability
- Daily Living Assistance
- Strong Ethics
- Elderly Care
- Respectful and Compassionate
Timeline
Caregiver
Visiting Angles
07.2023 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
11.2022 - 07.2023
Housekeeper
Womack Army Medical Center
02.2022 - 10.2022
Team Member
Shake Shack
05.2021 - 12.2021
Host
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10.2020 - 04.2021
Team Member
Culver's Restaurant
01.2020 - 09.2020
Central Visual/Perf. Arts High School
High School Diploma
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