- Gardening
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Farming
- Knowledge of raising and caring for cows, goats, pigs, meat chickens, turkeys, and egg laying chickens
Kathryn Putt
Topping
Summary
Authorized to work in the US for any employer, offering strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning. Excellent communication skills facilitate effective collaboration and contribute to team success. Eager to tackle new challenges while driving positive results and advancing organizational objectives with unwavering dedication and enthusiasm. A proactive approach ensures readiness to adapt and excel in dynamic environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farmer
Self-employeed
08.2017 - Current
- Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery, and livestock.
- Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
- Identified, isolated and treated diverse pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
- Monitored livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
- Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
- Placed supply orders, restocked supplies and merchandised products for purchase by customers.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
07.2021 - 02.2022
- aid resident in mobility
- aid residents with dressing, undressing, grooming, or bathing
- perform resident activities of daily living as necessary
- services for residents facing mental health challenges
- trained in care for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients
- acquire specimens from residents
- comply with infectious materials regulations
- implement company care guidelines
- Set or clear tables in dining areas
- distribute food or beverages
- transfer residents utilizing appropriate equipment
- adopt time management practices
- engage as team participant
- Feed residents as needed
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
04.2019 - 12.2019
- aid resident in mobility
- aid residents with dressing, undressing, grooming, or bathing
- perform resident activities of daily living as necessary
- services for residents facing mental health challenges
- trained in care for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients
- acquire specimens from residents
- comply with infectious materials regulations
- implement company care guidelines
- Set or clear tables in dining areas
- distribute food or beverages
- transfer residents utilizing appropriate equipment
- adopt time management practices
- engage as team participant
- Feed residents as needed
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
09.2015 - 11.2016
- aid resident in mobility
- aid residents with dressing, undressing, grooming, or bathing
- perform resident activities of daily living as necessary
- services for residents facing mental health challenges
- trained in care for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients
- acquire specimens from residents
- comply with infectious materials regulations
- implement company care guidelines
- Set or clear tables in dining areas
- distribute food or beverages
- transfer residents utilizing appropriate equipment
- adopt time management practices
- engage as team participant
- Feed residents as needed
CNA/GNA
ProCare Home Health
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Assist clients in walking and/or exercising
- Assist client with dressing, undressing, grooming, or bathing
- Care for mentally ill patients
- Prepare and cook meals for clients
- Follow infectious materials procedures
- Follow care procedures
- Follow life support procedures
- Clean, shape, or polish human nails
- Serve food or beverages
- Set and clear table
- Shave facial hair
- Work with clients with mental disabilities or illnesses
- Use time management techniques
- Work as a team member
- Clean and maintain clients house
- Transport clients to and from appointments as needed
- Use necessary lifts and equipment for transferring
CNA/GNA
Frostburg Nursing and Rehab
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Assist resident in walking and/or exercising
- Assist resident with dressing, undressing, grooming, or bathing
- Collect specimens from residents
- Conduct resident assessments
- Confer with physical therapy staff to discuss treatment
- Coordinate resident activities with rehabilitation team
- Encourage resident to participate in activities
- Feed residents as needed
- Follow infectious materials procedures
- Follow institution care procedures
- Follow life support procedures
- Clean, shape, or polish human nails
- Serve food or beverages
- Set or clear tables in dining areas
- Shave facial hair
- Work with persons with mental disabilities or illnesses
- Use time management techniques
- Work as a team member
Assistant Manager
7-Eleven Inc
05.2006 - 06.2012
- Clarified customer queries regarding store and merchandise details
- Assisted customers and determined customer expectations.
- Resolved customer questions, problems, and complaints through face-to-face interactions and phone communication.
- Managed inventory by stocking shelves and supplies, enhancing display arrangement.
- Configured racks and shelves to improve overall visual presentation of store.
- Ensured receipt delivery to all customers for purchases.
- Fostered positive customer relationships by delivering friendly greetings and outstanding service.
- Supported and trained new sales associates in coaching role.
- Audited cash drawers then finalized bank deposits
- Delegated specific duties to employees to effectively address store needs.
- Realigned inventory when it fell below designated levels.
- Coached staff on proficient techniques for navigating complicated and tough sales interactions.
- Evaluated merchandise to ensure accurate pricing and proper display.
- Cultivated repeat business via outstanding customer service
Receiver
Lowe's Home Improvement
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area
- Greeted customers in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs.
- Recommended merchandise to customers based on their needs and preferences.
- Responded to customer questions and requests in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in the store.
Store Manager
ZOOMS Inc
09.2000 - 05.2005
- Amplified profits by implementing effective sales training and addressing profit loss challenges.
- Advised district manager regarding all concerns involving store and staff operations.
- Trained and educated new associates on POS system and effective sales strategies.
- Onboarded, coached, and reviewed personnel in sales and marketing.
- Guided staff in effectively managing challenging and complex sales situations.
- Allocated tasks to employees to effectively address store needs.
- Restocked inventory upon reaching predefined thresholds.
- Calculated cash drawer totals and processed bank deposits.
- Conducted candidate interviews and determined staffing outcomes.
- Informed district manager about all store operations and personnel concerns.
Jewelry Receiver
Service Merchandise
06.1995 - 08.1996
- Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in the store.
- Engaged with customers in a sincere and friendly manner.
- Responded to customer questions and requests in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Maximized sales by shipping on time and accurately.
- Received, stored and shipped goods and materials.
- Verified computations against physical count of stock.
- Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.
Education
General - High school
Harborcreek Jr/Sr High
Harborcreek, PA06-1985
Skills
- Service-oriented communication skills
- Customer engagement in retail sales
- Stock replenishment
- Sales associate in retail
- Point of sale operation
- Retail management experience
- Visual merchandising setup
- Retail product stocking
- Sales assistance and customer care
- Accurate sales processing
Certification
- BLS for Healthcare Providers August 2017
- CNA/GNA in Maryland June 2017
- CNA in Virginia April 2017
Interests
Timeline
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
07.2021 - 02.2022
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
04.2019 - 12.2019
Farmer
Self-employeed
08.2017 - Current
CNA/Med Tech
Commonwealth Assisted Living Gloucester House
09.2015 - 11.2016
CNA/GNA
ProCare Home Health
06.2014 - 04.2015
CNA/GNA
Frostburg Nursing and Rehab
07.2013 - 06.2014
Assistant Manager
7-Eleven Inc
05.2006 - 06.2012
Receiver
Lowe's Home Improvement
05.2005 - 05.2006
Store Manager
ZOOMS Inc
09.2000 - 05.2005
Jewelry Receiver
Service Merchandise
06.1995 - 08.1996
General - High school
Harborcreek Jr/Sr High
Military Service
- Branch: NAVY
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E-3
- February 1986 to February 1990
- Documented and processed classified materials.
- Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders.
- Checked in, checked out and renewed library materials.
- Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
- Located requested books on the shelves and in the library database
Additional Information
- Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adept in lift equipment
- Adaptable
- Companionship and emotional support