Samantha Davis
Carthage
Summary
My whole life I have took care of someone. My grandmother passed away when i was 15 and I had to raise my younger brother until I was 19. I had my first son at 19, my second son at 20. I added my third son and my only daughter to my little family when I got married. My husband got sick with CHF in 2022, he also passed away in 2022. I was scheduled to start school that year, but I just couldn't find it in me to attend school or even go back to any type of caregiving job. I finally did a lot of praying and soul searching with God and i was led back to where I have always knew i belonged, and I started nursing school in July of 2025. I now have 5 beautiful children and I am pursuing my dream to give them a life I never got to experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Cash Express, LLC
Carthage,TN
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Monitored staff performance and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and improve service delivery.
- Coordinated scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours and events.
- Assisted in financial reporting by tracking sales data and controlling expenses effectively.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
Picker/Packer Associate
Famous Footwear
Lebanon, TN
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Streamlined workflow by reorganizing storage layout for improved accessibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve shipping discrepancies.
- Implemented best practices that reduced packing time and minimized errors.
- Mentored junior staff in operational procedures and productivity techniques.
Assembly Line Worker
Dana
Gordonsville, TN
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that enhanced productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of production metrics and inventory levels in real-time systems.
- Led daily team meetings to discuss objectives, progress, and operational challenges.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety awareness among staff.
Caregiver
Nurturing Care
Cookeville, TN
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
Assembly Line Worker
Bonnell Aluminum
Gordonsville, TN
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Operated machinery to assemble vehicle components according to specifications.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and safety protocols.
Picker/Packer Associate
Amazon Logistics
Lebanon, TN
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Optimized picking processes to enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Utilized warehouse management systems for tracking inventory accuracy.
- Conducted regular quality checks to ensure product integrity during packing.
Caregiver
Smith County Health and Rehabilitation
Carthage, TN
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Trained new caregivers on best practices and company protocols for patient care.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Picker/Packer
Amazon
Lebanon, TN
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Operated hand-held scanners to track inventory and ensure accurate order fulfillment.
- Organized products in accordance with company standards to streamline packing processes.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily shipping targets and enhance productivity.
- Conducted quality checks on packed items to maintain high standards of accuracy and safety.
Caregiver
HomeHealth
Cookeville, TN
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions to maintain client well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and communicated updates effectively.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting emotional support and companionship.
- Implemented safety measures to reduce risk of accidents and injuries in the home environment.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, enhancing access to essential services.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- 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.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
Assistant Manager
Hardees
Carthage, TN
10.2014 - 02.2018
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with company standards and policies.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and productivity.
- Implemented inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional strategies that increased customer engagement.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs.
Education
Nursing
Fortis Institute
Cookeville03-2028
High School Diploma -
Smith County High
Carthage, TN05-2015
Skills
- Customer service
- Money handling
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Goal setting
- Staff management
- Workload management
- Conflict resolution
- Verbal and written communication
- Scheduling and planning
- Workplace safety compliance
- Recruitment and hiring
- Inventory management
- Elderly care
- Respectful and compassionate
- Dependable and responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- First aid and safety
- Medical record-keeping
- Behavioral management
- Medication management
- HIPAA compliance
- Special needs care
- Client documentation
- Heavy lifting
- Medication administration
- Incident reporting
- End-of-life care
- Care plan assessment
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
- PPE usage
- Autism support
- Dining room support
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Cash Express, LLC
10.2024 - 07.2025
Picker/Packer Associate
Famous Footwear
02.2024 - 10.2024
Assembly Line Worker
Dana
09.2023 - 01.2024
Caregiver
Nurturing Care
12.2022 - 09.2023
Assembly Line Worker
Bonnell Aluminum
04.2022 - 09.2022
Picker/Packer Associate
Amazon Logistics
02.2021 - 01.2022
Caregiver
Smith County Health and Rehabilitation
04.2020 - 11.2020
Picker/Packer
Amazon
03.2019 - 04.2020
Caregiver
HomeHealth
03.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant Manager
Hardees
10.2014 - 02.2018
Nursing
Fortis Institute
High School Diploma -
Smith County High