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Jennifer James

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with a strong background in elderly care, honed through self-employment. Proven expertise in cash management and customer assistance at Bayern Stube. Recognized for maintaining meticulous records and fostering client relationships, ensuring well-being and satisfaction. Adept at creating personalized experiences while managing diverse needs with patience and professionalism.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
01.2019 - 09.2022
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.

Floral Designer

The Flower Cart
09.1998 - 12.2018
  • Quoted, generated, and processed customer orders to meet specifications and various occasions.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of needs, characteristics, and varieties of flowers and greenery used in shop to inform arrangement decisions and provide information to customers.
  • Transported and set up floral arrangements for large-scale functions, comprising weddings, funerals, and banquets.
  • Consulted with clientele to discuss special occasion floral designs for weddings, funerals, and other events.
  • Prepared potted plants and bouquets based on customer requirements.
  • Collaborated closely with customers to create unique designs for bouquets, wreaths, and gifts.
  • Researched latest design trends, colors, and vendor products for use in new pieces.
  • Imparted knowledge on plants and flowers to customers.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Worked closely with clients to understand their needs and design flower arrangements that perfectly match their vision.
  • Drove customer satisfaction by providing recommendations for greenery and flower pairings.
  • Possess in-depth knowledge of various types of flowers and their seasonal availability.

Waitress

Bayern Stube
02.2007 - 11.2011
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
05-2002

High School Diploma -

Paxton Buckley Loda High School
Paxton
05-1998

Skills

  • Cash management
  • Staff mentoring
  • Records maintenance
  • Cash register operation
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Customer assistance

Interests

  • Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Gym Workouts
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Hiking
  • Volunteering
  • Adventure Travel to watch my son run Collegiate Cross Country
  • Motorcycling with my husband

Timeline

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
01.2019 - 09.2022

Waitress

Bayern Stube
02.2007 - 11.2011

Floral Designer

The Flower Cart
09.1998 - 12.2018

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Parkland College

High School Diploma -

Paxton Buckley Loda High School
Jennifer James