Vanessa Covington
Norfolk
Summary
Motivated and organized professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments. Committed to contributing effectively to a dynamic team in an administrative support role.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative/ Clearial Assistant
Pastor Emeritus Joyce Washingtion
Norfolk
01.2000 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events and church activities.
- Maintained communication with church members regarding schedules and events.
- Supported Pastor Emeritus in administrative tasks and scheduling appointments.
- Managed correspondence, including emails and phone calls for church inquiries.
- Collaborated with volunteers to facilitate various church programs and initiatives.
- Documented meeting notes and distributed information to relevant stakeholders.
- Developed promotional materials for church events and activities to enhance engagement.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes and other inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
- Maintained front desk to provide positive first impression.
- Managed executive calendars and scheduled appointments for senior leadership.
- Conducted research to provide insights for strategic planning sessions.
- Ran errands to help with daily tasks, enabling employer to focus on more pressing duties.
- Checked personal and professional activities to remind employer of priority tasks and deadlines.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Developed engaging content across multiple social media platforms.
- Prepared monthly calendar to manage online content across multiple platforms.
- Crafted visual designs and brand messaging elements for consistency across digital advertising and marketing platforms.
Caregiver – Private Care Aide
Home Remedy Concierges
Virginia Beach
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and incontinence care, maintaining comfort and dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications per physician instructions; observed and reported side effects or changes in condition.
- Planned and prepared balanced meals tailored to dietary needs; assisted with feeding and hydration to support wellness.
- Supported clients with safe transfers, ambulation, and mobility aids; provided transportation to medical appointments and errands.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe living space through regular laundry, dishwashing, and general tidying.
- Engaged clients in meaningful conversations, hobbies, and scheduled recreational activities to enhance emotional well-being.
- Accurately recorded daily care activities, medication administration, and notable client developments in progress notes.
- Communicated clearly with clients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and kindness in high-stress or emotionally sensitive situations.
- Treated every client with respect, maintaining their dignity, privacy, and autonomy.
Caregiver - Personal Care Aide
The Key, Formally Senior Corp
Virginia Beach
09.2017 - Current
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Administered medications following prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation needs to enhance independence.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in living spaces for client comfort.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and preferences.
- Monitored health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed positive relationships to foster trust and emotional support for clients.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure environment for clients.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
Norfolk
01.2000 - Current
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Utilized filters, edits, and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Manage budgets related to purchasing supplies needed for each shoot.
- Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Developed creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients.
- Took pictures of individuals, families, and small groups in studio or on location.
Education
Associate Degree - Photography
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA01.2014
Business Management -
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA01.1989
Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Call Handling
- Phone Etiquette
- Data Entry
- Records Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Scheduling
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Project Organization
- Social Media Content Creation
- Event planning
- Team collaboration
- Document preparation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Photography techniques
- Calm under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Clearial skills
- Microsoft Word
- Written communication
Certification
- Life Insurance for Virginia
Timeline
Caregiver – Private Care Aide
Home Remedy Concierges
01.2024 - Current
Caregiver - Personal Care Aide
The Key, Formally Senior Corp
09.2017 - Current
Administrative/ Clearial Assistant
Pastor Emeritus Joyce Washingtion
01.2000 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current
Associate Degree - Photography
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Business Management -
Norfolk State University
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