Amy Kastner
Rocehster,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at UR Medicine Home Care as a Home Health Aide. Skilled in medication administration and vital signs monitoring, enhance patient independence and comfort through personalized care. Recognized for fostering trust and effective communication, I am committed to improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
Rochester, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
- Adhered to infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
- Conducted regular check-ins with family members regarding patient status updates, fostering trustful relationships.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
Direct Support Professional
Catholic Charities
Rochester, NY
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Supported clients in developing social skills through structured group activities and community engagement
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering trustful relationships that encouraged open communication.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Home Health Aide
UR Medicine Home Care
Webster, NY
10.2008 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provided emotional support to clients and families, enhancing overall well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, adhering to privacy regulations.
- 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.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Genesee Valley Boces
Batavia, NY04-2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- Gastrostomy care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Direct patient care
- Nebulizer treatments
- Tracheostomy care
- Mobility assistance
- Gastrostomy buttons experience
- Client companionship
- Responsible and dependable
- CPR certification
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
08.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Catholic Charities
03.2024 - 08.2025
Home Health Aide
UR Medicine Home Care
10.2008 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Genesee Valley Boces