Candis D. Rondon
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Professional recreational and home healthcare worker with a robust track record in developing and implementing recreational programs, including memory care for dementia residents. Proven ability to enhance participant satisfaction through creative activity planning and effective communication. Focused on teamwork and achieving results, displaying reliability and adaptability. Proficient in activity coordination and participant engagement and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
FreedomCare
11.2021 - 11.2024
- Helped patient maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming & toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisting 5 clients on a weekly cycle with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Home health aide to clients in Queens, Manhattan & Parts of Brooklyn
- Providing individual care corresponding with the care plan
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and hospital visits as needed.
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
King David Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and effective communication regarding the 271 resident's progression.
- Personally generated a program for over 30 residents daily and weekly interested in music, activities included; sing-alongs, concerts, and "band practice".
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, identifying trends and adjusting treatment plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Enhanced patient experience by developing personalized therapeutic recreation plans based on individual needs and interests, including dementia residents.
- Educated families and caregivers on the benefits of therapeutic recreation, promoting greater understanding and support for patient participation in activities.
Home Health Aide
Americare
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Home health aide to clients in Queens, Manhattan & Parts of Brooklyn
- Providing individual care for over 5 patients weekly corresponding with specific care plans and keeping retention rates with 100% of clients until care plan duration is completed.
- Assisting 20 clients every month with companion and transportation services for medical appointments
- Constructing daily routines, keeping up with medication changes per each client
Med Tech
Atria Senior Living
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Administered prescribed medications to over 50 patients daily and maintained related medical records under the supervision of Head R.N or resident C.N.A
- Take vital signs /observe residents to detect side effects to specified types of medications/prepare reports and notify designated personnel of unexpected reactions.
- Received, recorded & restocked medication inventories for over 100 residents monthly
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
Researc
Borough of Manhattan Community College
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Constructed partial genetic map for numerous experiments
- Ligation and transformation of bacterial cells
- Purification of bacterial DNA from gel electrophoresis
- Generated over 20 scientific technical reports for each completed project per laboratory
- Science Communications in American Museum of Natural History NY & NYSCI
- Developed top-level skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication and writing through hands-on work and training.
- Presented research findings at university-wide events, enhancing public awareness of ongoing scientific endeavors.
Education
No Degree - Biotechnology
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY06.2021
Regents Diploma - Animal Science
Dewitt Clinton High School
Bronx, NY02.2015
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Care plan management
- Mobility support
- Client documentation
- Interpersonal communication
- Medication organization
- Behavioral management
- Progress documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Memory Care Proficient
- Patient care
Coursework
- Bioinformatics
- Basic Chemistry
- Biology Labs
- Intermediate Organic Chemistry
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
Timeline
Home Health Aide
FreedomCare
11.2021 - 11.2024
Therapeutic Recreation Aide
King David Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2021
Med Tech
Atria Senior Living
09.2019 - 02.2020
Home Health Aide
Americare
02.2019 - 03.2020
Researc
Borough of Manhattan Community College
01.2015 - 08.2018
Regents Diploma - Animal Science
Dewitt Clinton High School
No Degree - Biotechnology
Borough of Manhattan Community College
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