Estella Amacker-Hunter
Antioch
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in patient companionship, medication management, and daily living assistance. Committed to ensuring client safety and emotional support while implementing personalized care plans.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver/Patient Care Assistant
Serving Our Seniors (SOS)
Nashville
01.2026 - Current
- Cooking/Preparing Meals
- Running Errands
- Driving Client to appointments (if scheduled)
- Light Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Daily Walks
- Companionship
- Creative Activities
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans.
- Administered medications to clients, following specific guidelines in care plans for safety and compliance.
- Report all tasks to Supervisor at the end of the shift.
Consumer Safety Inspector
USDA/FSIS
Nashville
05.1998 - Current
- Ensured regulated establishments produced safe products through effective inspection methods, identified non-compliance with regulatory requirements, documented findings, and initiated enforcement actions as necessary.
- Ensure that the product is fit for human consumption in compliance with federal laws governing the wholesomeness and purity of meat and poultry products.
- Evaluated the adequacy of regulated establishments' Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans. Presented improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Determined necessity for regulatory control actions, assessed effectiveness of establishments' corrective or preventative actions, identified trends in non-compliance, and recommended enforcement actions when warranted.
- Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).
- Perform health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants.
- Maintained perfect attendance by consistently arriving on time for scheduled shifts.
- During the 27 years in this position, I’ve been promoted several times and relocated to different states. (Moorefield, WV, Lancaster, KY, Farmerville, LA, Eldorado, AR, Hope, AR & currently work a patrol assignment within Nashville, TN). During this time, I’ve been able to experience a broad range of different work tactics.
Direct Support Professional(DSP)
BIOS
Madison
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their safety, well-being, and overall quality of life
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to clients' specific needs and goals, ensuring personalized support
- Transported individuals to have medications administered according to prescribed schedules and documented any changes or reactions observed
- Supported individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, and household chores
- Organized recreational activities and community outings, fostering socialization and engagement for clients
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, behaviors, incidents, and medical information
Store Protection Specialist(SPS)
Ross Dress for Less
Madison
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Provide a visible presence at the Store entrances/exits, mitigating theft and fraud and maintaining a safe and secure environment for Associates and Customers.
- Greeted customers with eye contact and a friendly demeanor, deterring theft by demonstrating a commanding presence in company-issued attire while monitoring compliance with Code 50 package inspection policy.
- Monitored the sales floor to identify and address potential theft indicators.
- Collaborate with Store Leadership to ensure compliance with Loss Prevention directives and minimization of operational shortage.
- Collaborate with customers by answering any questions they may have and assisting them with any needs or concerns.
- Reported unusual, unauthorized, or illegal activity on premises immediately, contributing to crime prevention and maintaining safety.
- Maintained detailed records of shift activities and followed up on unresolved issues to ensure ongoing security and compliance.
- Kept accurate detailed close eye on the building and had to identify all officials and employees when entering. Made sure any outside Contractors signed in/out as required.
- Consistently arrived on time and covered shifts for colleagues when required.
In Home Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
Brentwood
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Supported clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence in bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Assist clients in moving in and out of bed, turning, positioning, and transferring to a wheelchair or other location.
- Made beds, cleaned rooms, and sanitized medical supplies and equipment.
- Facilitated daily exercises and encouraged clients to participate in walks, promoting physical health and mobility.
- Monitored clients' physical and mental conditions, reporting changes in health status to Supervisor and family for timely interventions.
Self Checkout Host
Walmart
La Vergne
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted and thanked customers with a positive attitude to enhance their checkout experience.
- Directed customers to available self-checkout lanes and informed them of suitable payment method options.
- Assisted customers in using the self-checkout machines and providing proactive customer assistance, educating customers on the self-checkout process to minimize errors and promote a smooth experience.
- Verified customers' identification for age restrictions and assisted in locating merchandise across store departments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Farmerville High School
Farmerville, LA05-1993
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care plan execution
- Activities of daily living
- Safety protocols
- Hygiene assistance
- Dementia support
- Alzheimer's support
- Special needs support
- Patient companionship
- Compassionate care
- Emotional care
- Meal planning
- Home management
- Client transport
- Client records
- Senior care
- Flexible availability
Accomplishments
- Throughout my 28 years of working as a Consumer Safety Inspector, I received outstanding performance ratings which allowed me to get numerous cash awards and several other gifts.
Certification
- CPR/First-Aid Certification August 2025 to August 2027
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician July 2024 to July 2027
- Unarmed Security Guard August 2023 to August 2025
Timeline
Caregiver/Patient Care Assistant
Serving Our Seniors (SOS)
01.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional(DSP)
BIOS
08.2025 - 12.2025
Store Protection Specialist(SPS)
Ross Dress for Less
06.2023 - 08.2024
In Home Caregiver
Comfort Keepers
01.2019 - 06.2019
Self Checkout Host
Walmart
09.2018 - 01.2019
Consumer Safety Inspector
USDA/FSIS
05.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Farmerville High School