Andrea La France
Brentwood,NY
Summary
Dedicated P.C.A. with 10 years experience at St. Catherine's of Siena Medical Center, deliverng compassionate care and emotional support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and maintaining HIPAA compliance. I effectively enhanced patient comfort and safety, significantly reducing infection risks while providing exceptional personal hygiene assistance and behavioral management.
I am currently pursuing my education as a licensed therapist. While working at St. Catherine's I have been able to connect with the patients, primarily on the psychiatric unit. This inspired me to pursue my education in psychiatry. My passion is to make a difffernce emotionally for patients. I absolutely enjoy being that emotional support and making a difference.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
P.C.A
St. Catherine's of Siena Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
- Delivered compassionate care to improve patient comfort.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Recorded patient vitals and communicated findings to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
Education
Some Coursework Completed . -
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NYMaster Of Psychology - Counseling Psychology
St. Josephs University
Long Island, NyDiploma - General
Brentwood Hogh School
Brentwood, NY06.1998
Skills
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
P.C.A
St. Catherine's of Siena Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Some Coursework Completed . -
Suffolk County Community College
Master Of Psychology - Counseling Psychology
St. Josephs University
Diploma - General
Brentwood Hogh School