Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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BARBARA FERNANDES

New Bedford,MA

Summary

To find a responsible position with opportunities for personal and professional development

Professional in hospice care, bringing compassion, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills to role. Proven ability to provide emotional support and comfort to patients and families. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, with expertise in active listening, patient care, and emotional resilience.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice Volunteer Assistant

Southcoast VNA
12.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' extended support networks, such as friends and community members, to encourage a positive end-of-life experience.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and hospice staff to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration in end-of-life care management.
  • Assisted care team with administrative requirements of treatment delivery.
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to further enhance skills and knowledge in hospice care best practices.

CNA - HHA

Tender Hearts Inc.
01.2005 - Current
  • Responsibilities include: ADL's, Meal Preparation, Medication, Errands, Light Housekeeping

CNA

Southcoast VNA
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

CNA - HHA

Attentive Home Care, Inc.
03.2013 - 02.2021
  • Responsibilities include: ADL's, ROM, Meal Preparation, Medication, Errands, Light Housekeeping

CNA - HHA

Paul Lemares (Private Care Client)
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Responsibilities included: ADL's, Meal Preparation, Medication, help with going to the bathroom and putting to bed.

CNA - HHA

Mary Fay (Private Care Client)
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Responsibilities included: ADL's, Meal Preparation, Medication, Errands, Dr.'s Appointments, Financial obligations and Hospice Care

Assistant Manager

Costa's Mini Mart
01.2001 - 01.2005
  • Responsibilities included: Serving customers with groceries and check cashing, ordering supplies, banking, bill payments and supervising employees

Mental Health Worker

Bridgewater State Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2001
  • Responsibilities included: Taking care of inmates, food, hygiene. Infirmary responsibilities included assisting nurse with EKG's and wound care

CNA

Taber Street Nursing Home
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Responsibilities included: ADL's, washing, showering, feeding, toileting, making beds. Attending to the needs of all patients

Education

Graduate -

Greater New Bedford Regional Technical High School
01.1986

Skills

  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Compassionate care
  • Self-awareness
  • Bedside manner
  • Emotional support
  • End-of-life care
  • Confidentiality adherence
  • Family support
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Patient advocacy
  • Hospice continuous improvement

Certification

CNA, HHA, First Aid, CPR

Timeline

Hospice Volunteer Assistant

Southcoast VNA
12.2021 - Current

CNA

Southcoast VNA
02.2021 - 12.2021

CNA - HHA

Attentive Home Care, Inc.
03.2013 - 02.2021

CNA - HHA

Paul Lemares (Private Care Client)
01.2012 - 01.2013

CNA - HHA

Mary Fay (Private Care Client)
01.2008 - 01.2011

CNA - HHA

Tender Hearts Inc.
01.2005 - Current

Assistant Manager

Costa's Mini Mart
01.2001 - 01.2005

Mental Health Worker

Bridgewater State Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2001

CNA

Taber Street Nursing Home
01.1995 - 01.2000

Graduate -

Greater New Bedford Regional Technical High School

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