1. Andrew J Wheeler III
1171 Tarheel Road
Post Office Box 592
Benson, North Carolina 27504-0592
(919) 915-0224
andrew.wheeler1959@gmail.com
PROFILE
 Recognized by my colleagues as a tireless team player that shows initiative and completes tasks accurately and efficiently
 Garners respect of colleagues and employees by leading through example
PROFICIENCIES
 Technological: Proficient computer skills in Word 2007-2013; Windows XP/Vista/7/8; WordPerfect
 Professional: Licensed Assisted Living Administrator, State of NC; knowledgeable of all rules and regulations pertaining to
operating a facility; written and verbal correspondence with clients, staff and colleagues; currently CPR/First Aid certified;
supervising; training; office administration; meeting coordination; client counseling; licensed medication administrator
 Intangible: time management; DIY ability; intuition; pays attention to detail; embraces high expectations and accountability
EMPLOYMENT
Cardinal Care Assisted Living Village, Benson, NC (2006-May 2015)
Director/Administrator
 Addressed employee and resident concerns first through leading by example and then by verbal and written communication
as necessary
 Performed HR duties including policy writing and enforcement, managing benefits, background checks, drug screening,
maintaining employee records, and recruiting/hiring/termination
 Ensured compliance with all NC DHHS regulations and statutes governing assisted living facilities and stayed current on all
legislative updates and changes
 Fostered relationships with state and county adult care home governing agencies and their field specialists
 Recruited new residents, mainly through referrals from doctors, hospitals, and mental health agencies, because of a known
commitment to providing quality care for residents with diverse needs
 Responsible for day-to-day operations of the facility including, but not limited to, planning outings, preparing bulk food
orders, and making purchasing decisions
 Guaranteed continuity of care by performing jobs, when needed, that are not typical of an administrator (e.g. medication
technician, resident care coordinator, housekeeper, groundskeeper, supervisor-in-charge, relief supervisor, cook)
 Spot checked resident MAR’s against doctor’s orders, matched medication dosages against orders, and ensured drugs
were administered and documented correctly; ensured no out-of-date medications in resident bins and checked control drug
count sheet with actual drug count
 Maintained administrator’s license for 11 consecutive years; current with continuing education requirements
Centenary United Methodist Church, Smithfield, NC (1999-present) (part time position)
Director of Music Ministries
 Organist, Pianist, Chancel Choir Director, and Handbell Choir Director
 Responsible for planning all music for two Sunday services and a Wednesday evening service.

2. The Oasis Rest Homes, Benson, NC (72 bed) and Four Oaks, NC (120 bed) (1994-2006)
Administrative Manager (1994-2004) Administrator (2004-2006)
 Performed HR duties including policy writing and enforcement, managing benefits, background checks, drug screening,
maintaining employee records, and recruiting residents
 Ensured compliance with all NC DHHS regulations and statutes governing assisted living facilities and stayed current on all
legislative updates and changes
 Responsible for day-to-day operations of the facility including, but not limited to, planning outings, preparing bulk food
orders, and making purchasing decisions
 Developed safety policies compliant with worker’s compensation needs.
 Developed OSHA policies pertaining to assisted living employee needs, including maintaining current MSDA sheets, safety
workshops/training, bloodborne pathogens standard, and infection control measures and training
 Investigated any reported resident allegations against employees and submitted findings to Nurse Aide Registry and
followed protocol
 Attended any meetings held by DHHR and/or county DSS agencies that were suggested for an administrator to attend
 Actively worked to keep cost of operation of the home as minimal as possible to meet state required standards
The Smithfield Herald, Smithfield, NC (1980-1994)
Advertising Layout/Typographer/graphic artist
 Typeset news copy; typeset and laid out advertisements; laid out news pages ready for press; designed ads; proofread
typeset copies; oversaw mailroom and mailing operation; performed other duties as deemed necessary
EDUCATION
Chowan University (formerly Chowan College), Murfreesboro, NC
Diploma in Printing Technology and Graphic Communications (1980)
Minor Field: Organ Performance
 Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
 Graduated with honors
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS
State of North Carolina Assisted Living Administrator
CPR / First Aid Certified (2014-2016)
Licensed Medication Administrator
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Past president and member of North Carolina United Methodist in Music and Performing Arts (FUMA) (2000-present)
Member of (AGO) American Guild of Organists (Central North Carolina Chapter) (2000-present)
Member of The American Guild of English Handbell Ringers (1998-present)
Member of Johnston County Choral Society (1981-1985)
INTERESTS
Reading; Cooking; Gardening; Camping; Music; Board Games