Lynette Blum
Collinsville
Summary
Dynamic professional with a positive, caring attitude and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to enhance efficiency through effective time management. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering productive environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
EMPAS
Maryville, IL
10.2020 - 10.2025
- Managed daily office operations and maintained organized filing systems.
- Assisted in data entry and document preparation.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments efficiently.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, and phone calls.
- Provided professional and courteous front desk support.
- Assisted in financial tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and monthly ledgers to ensure accuracy.
Elderly Caregiver
Dr. Patricia Stark
Collinsville, IL
10.2020 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Transported individual to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Ensured timely completion of errands for clients, including grocery shopping, appointments, and personal affairs management.
Finance Associate
Instacredit Automart
Collinsville, IL
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported preparation of financial reports and analysis for management review.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline documentation processes and improve efficiency.
- Input financial data and produced reports using software.
- Pitched in to assist with special projects and additional tasks.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
Collinsville, IL
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided exceptional service.
- Processed sales transactions accurately using POS system.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Senior CAD Designer
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Belleville, IL
04.2010 - 08.2017
- Led design projects utilizing AutoCAD to create and modify architectural plans.
- Participated in ongoing training workshops to refine existing skills with the rapidly evolving field of CAD design.
- Created CAD models and drawings for cubicle designs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - AutoCAD, Interior Design
American Intercontinental University of Georgia
Atlanta, GA09-1988
Certificate of Completion - Architectural Drafting
Collinsville Area Vocational Center
Collinsville, IL09-1984
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School
Collinsville, IL09-1984
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Time management
Microsoft Office knowledge
- Professional and mature
- Meticulous attention to detail
Timeline
Office Assistant
EMPAS
10.2020 - 10.2025
Elderly Caregiver
Dr. Patricia Stark
10.2020 - 10.2025
Finance Associate
Instacredit Automart
11.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Associate
Home Depot
03.2019 - 11.2019
Senior CAD Designer
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
04.2010 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - AutoCAD, Interior Design
American Intercontinental University of Georgia
Certificate of Completion - Architectural Drafting
Collinsville Area Vocational Center
High School Diploma -
Collinsville High School