EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVMENTS
FLIGHT ATTENDANT, Trans World Airlines / American Airlines, St. Louis, MO
(International and Domestic Operations) Lambert International Airport Base
Trans World Airlines 1986–2001 (TWA acquired by American Airlines, 2001)
American Airlines, 2001–2003
2004 - 2005
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, Blount Memorial Hospital, Maryville, TN
Patient Care (15-20 patients daily)
January 2004 – July 2004
FLIGHT ATTENDANT, Chautauqua Airlines, Indianapolis, IN
(Domestic Operations) Indianapolis International Airport Base
2005 - Present
FLIGHT ATTENDANT, American Eagle Airlines, Chicago, IL
(Domestic Operations) O’Hare International Airport Base
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VOLUNTEER WORK, American Red Cross
Supervision / Direction / Managing
Provided direction, leadership and crew coordination in emergency situations
Resolved clientele complaints and disruption / case handling procedures & problem Solving
Maintained constant compliance checks during normal operation
Facilitation / Training / Administration
Interfaced with flight deck and ground support staff to facilitate timely flight operations
Conducted safety checks of all portable emergency equipment / Organized and performed in-flight services
Engaged in annual training exercises in cabin security, surveillance, firefighting, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), use of medical defibrillator (AED), and administration of first aid
Accomplished all necessary paperwork for monthly flight schedule, inventory control, customs and flight reports
Managed versatile database software & global distribution system (SABRE) for computer reservations, scheduling, and trading for while adapting with continuous platform changes and updates
Ensured compliance with all government regulations pertaining to commercial air travel
Customer Service & Communication
Maintained constant contact and a comfortable, safe environment for diverse groups of passengers
Satisfying customer need while keeping in accordance with safety and security policy
Presented consistent, positive and professional company image to the traveling public during 20 years of uninterrupted service to the airlines
Worked sports charters for various professional and college teams
Marketing / Public Relation / Commendation
Assisted airlines with sales, marketing and public relations campaigns
Promotion of incentive programs based on in flight sales
Something Special Award – Commended for building strong rapport with clients by understanding their needs
Aviators’ Choice Award – Recognition for a long standing reputation of exceptional performance
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Purdue University Extension Program, Hammond, Indiana (Interior design)
Pellissippi Technical College, Maryville, TN (Medical Transcription) (General computer/office skills)