Iverson August
Kansas City
Summary
Dynamic construction trainee with hands-on experience at Hawaii Job Corps. Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities and effective teamwork, contributing to timely project completions and enhanced site organization. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards while adhering to safety protocols and fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Assistant
Woodland Terrace Assisted Living
Niles, MI
07.2023 - 03.2026
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored resident health indicators, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Trained new staff on caregiving procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Advocated for resident needs, ensuring their voices were heard in care decisions.
- Delivered exceptional care to residents with diverse needs, ranging from dementia and Alzheimer''s patients to those requiring physical rehabilitation support.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Received recognition from supervisors for consistently delivering high-quality care under challenging circumstances.
- Followed residence's service plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
- Escorted residents to community activities and games and encouraged participation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Construction Trainee
Hawaii Job Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted in daily construction site operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated hand and power tools under supervision, gaining proficiency in their use.
- Supported skilled workers by preparing materials and maintaining clean work environments.
- Learned blueprint reading and basic construction techniques through hands-on experience.
- Participated in training sessions focused on construction safety and best practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new tasks in fast-paced work settings.
- Developed strong problem-solving skills through addressing challenges that arose during the course of construction projects.
- Increased safety awareness through diligent adherence to OSHA regulations and participating in safety trainings.
- Followed orders closely to help prepare for jobs, ready sites, complete assignments and clean up work areas at completion.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Construction
Hawaii Job Corps
Waimanalo, HI05-2023
High School Diploma - Construction
Penn Foster High School
Waimanalo, HI02-2023
Skills
- Site cleanup
- Construction safety
- Power tools proficiency
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Team player
- Plumbing
- Protective equipment
- Painting techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Compassionate caregiving
Timeline
Resident Care Assistant
Woodland Terrace Assisted Living
07.2023 - 03.2026
Construction Trainee
Hawaii Job Corps
09.2021 - 02.2023
Certificate of Completion - Construction
Hawaii Job Corps
High School Diploma - Construction
Penn Foster High School
Awards & Achievements
- Years of Service Certificate - July 2023 to March 2026
- Employee of the Month - January 2025