Amy Betancourt
Mount Vernon
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Summary
Specialized in delivering high-quality nursing assistance, leveraging 22 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings.
Recognized with two 'Employee of the Year' awards for outstanding performance and dedication.
Professional and experienced healthcare provider prepared for demanding role. Strong background in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities. Known for effective collaboration, adaptability, and reliability. Skilled in fostering compassionate and supportive environment while maintaining high standards of care.
Work History
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Whispering Hills Care Center
Mount Vernon, OH
10.2003 - Current
- Promoted patient dignity through respectful communication, privacy protection, and culturally sensitive interactions.
- Facilitated smoother healthcare processes by accurately documenting patient information in electronic medical records systems.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent provision of excellent bedside manner and effective communication skills.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported nursing team in administering medications and treatments as directed.
- Reduced risks of injury by implementing proper transfer techniques when moving or repositioning patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive assistance with daily living activities.
- Mentored new nursing assistants, fostering skill development and confidence.
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
Utica, OH
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated with family members to communicate patient needs and progress.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety and hygiene.
- Documented patient progress accurately, contributing to effective care adjustments.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Country Court
Mount Vernon, OH
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Supported nursing team in administering medications and treatments as directed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Reduced risks of injury by implementing proper transfer techniques when moving or repositioning patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing staff promptly for timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient comfort by addressing individual needs and preferences during routine care tasks.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive assistance with daily living activities.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Home Health Aide
Cambridge Home Health Care
Mount Vernon, OH
10.2007 - 09.2010
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
Skills
Patient care
Basic life support
Compassionate care
Patient assessments
Ambulation assistance
Regulatory compliance
HIPAA compliance
Vital signs monitoring
Patient-focused care
Safety precautions
Compassionate caregiver
Patient relationship building
Electronic charting
End-of-life care
Healthcare ethics
Geriatric care
Companionship and emotional support
Mobility assistance
Infection control procedures
Family support and assistance
Interdisciplinary communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Certification
STNA
CPR
First Aid
BLS
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
04.2023 - 06.2025
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Country Court
08.2021 - 12.2022
Home Health Aide
Cambridge Home Health Care
10.2007 - 09.2010
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Whispering Hills Care Center
10.2003 - Current