Instills discipline, focus, and social skills with ease. Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as an organized nature and a proactive approach to problem-solving and conflict resolution. Excellent track record of resolving issues, increasing customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Virginia Department of Health
05.2024 - Current
Enhanced community health outcomes by educating families on the benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and child.
Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication during counseling sessions.
Increased breastfeeding success rates by providing personalized support and guidance to new mothers.
Increased accessibility to breastfeeding information through online platforms such as social media pages, blogs, webinars, or virtual support groups.
Demonstrated empathetic listening skills when addressing clients'' concerns or frustrations related to their breastfeeding journey.
Organized group meetings for mothers to learn from one another while establishing a network of support within the community.
Assisted in developing educational materials for use in counseling sessions and outreach efforts targeting pregnant women and new parents.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with the latest breastfeeding research and recommendations.
Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs.
Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Maintained detailed records of client interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and continuity of care across appointments.
Connected clients with additional resources such as lactation professionals, nutritionists, or mental health services when needed.
Collaborated with local WIC offices to provide targeted outreach efforts aimed at reaching underserved communities.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
In-Home Babysitter
Self employed
01.2015 - 04.2024
Taught kids how to organize their toys, wash their hands, and lead by example
Prepared nutritious foods and beverages for children based on dietary recommendations and personal preferences
Spoke with parents about their daily activities, as well as positive and negative developments
Kept areas clean, organized, and stocked, as well as sanitized surfaces and toys each day
Taught social, communicative, and problem-solving skills to children individually and in groups
Kept an eye on the entrances and exits to ensure a safe and orderly environment
Positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents helped me maintain group discipline
Created welcoming, caring environments for all children by establishing and enforcing rules to ensure their safety
Pharmacy Technician
CVS pharmacy
01.2011 - 01.2014
Created and updated patient profiles to include current information such as medications and insurance information in the system
Assisted customers with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items in person or over the phone to solve their problems
Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to ensure that peripheral sales remained consistent
Double-checked patient data and billing information in order to identify and correct erroneous bills caused by system errors
Dispensed medications to patients according to the pharmacist's orders
Worked with insurance reps to process claims and calculate the correct co-pay amounts for patients
Ordered medicines on a daily basis to ensure that demands and needs were met
Calculated dosages, filled prescriptions, and printed prescription labels with extreme precision
Answered incoming calls and provided answers to customers and healthcare providers' questions
Was in charge of entering prescriptions into the dispenser system and completing paperwork for filling them as well as receiving drug orders
Was in charge of processing incoming drug orders
Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures
Assisted the pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers on a daily basis and answering patient questions about prescriptions and medication issues
Collaborated with other pharmacies to resolve issues with product expiration
Check out customers and handle cash credit, as well as basic store purchases, on a regular basis
Was responsible for a variety of pharmacy operations with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and service quality
Certified Nurse Aide Technician
Chase City Health & Rehab Center
09.2010 - 09.2012
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional goals and support wellness goals
Assisted with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by assisting multiple patients with shaving, bathing, and tooth brushing
Agreed to work extra shifts and hours to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage during busy periods and holidays
Offered immediate assistance to assess needs and provide care in both emergency and routine paging situations
Followed all company policies and provided hands-on nursing care to patients under the supervision of an RN
Kept track of patient specimen samples and test results so that supervisors could be alerted to any potentially dangerous changes
Worked with clients who had respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy, among other diagnoses
Increased patient satisfaction by assisting people with personal tasks like dressing and walking
Used mobility devices and equipment to transfer patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
Answered call lights and adjusted bed rails and equipment to ensure patient comfort and safety
Front Line Cashier
Hardee's
09.2009 - 09.2011
Handled all customer complaints professionally, putting customer satisfaction first
Used an electronic computer system to process credit card, EBT, and gift certificate payments
Interacted with customers in a genuine and pleasant manner
Informed the front-end manager of the need for equipment repair and replacement in order to keep operations running smoothly
Dealt with customer complaints and concerns, escalating them to a direct supervisor for prompt resolution
Education
Pharmacy tech -
01.2012
High School -
Bluestone high school
Skipwith, VA
01.2011
Certified nurse aid - CNA -
01.2010
Skills
Supervision
Problem resolution
Safety awareness
Team management
Organization
Communications
Customer service
Group leadership
Timeline
WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Virginia Department of Health
05.2024 - Current
In-Home Babysitter
Self employed
01.2015 - 04.2024
Pharmacy Technician
CVS pharmacy
01.2011 - 01.2014
Certified Nurse Aide Technician
Chase City Health & Rehab Center
09.2010 - 09.2012
Front Line Cashier
Hardee's
09.2009 - 09.2011
Pharmacy tech -
High School -
Bluestone high school
Certified nurse aid - CNA -
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