Cindy Mesteth
Brooklyn
Summary
Proactive and adaptable professional with extensive experience in direct patient care and dietary management. Known for effective communication and collaboration, contributing to improved client satisfaction and safety in healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Centers for Independence of the Disabled, NY
Manhattan, NY
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering positive relationships.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Adapted quickly to changing client needs, ensuring continuity of care.
- Documented care activities accurately, maintaining comprehensive records for review.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
- Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
- Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Dietary Aide Leader
Avantara Saint Cloud
Rapid City, SD
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Supervised dietary staff to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Coordinated meal preparation and service for residents, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating resident preferences and nutritional guidelines.
- Trained new team members on dietary procedures and equipment usage for improved performance.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to maintain adequate supplies for operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance food presentation and taste satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding food safety and sanitation through strict adherence to guidelines and regular inspections.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals by effectively organizing distribution schedules among Dietary Aide team members.
- Increased staff morale by fostering a positive work environment that emphasized teamwork and collaboration among Dietary Aides.
- Facilitated communication between the dining services department and other healthcare professionals to guarantee seamless coordination of patient care.
- Continuously enhanced professional knowledge through participation in industry workshops, conferences, and seminars related to nutrition and healthcare settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized meal selections and accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring consistent standards across the facility''s dining services.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
Medical Assistant
Comfort Care
Rapid City, SD
08.2018 - 11.2024
- Administered patient care, including vital sign monitoring and medical history documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers during examinations, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Managed patient scheduling and follow-up appointments to enhance clinic efficiency.
- Implemented electronic health record systems, improving data accuracy and accessibility.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide coordinated care.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Business
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD05.2019
Skills
- Grooming assistance
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Care plan implementation
- Direct patient care
- Transportation assistance
- Medical records management
- Medication administration
- Nutrition monitoring
- Physical therapy support
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Centers for Independence of the Disabled, NY
10.2025 - 03.2026
Dietary Aide Leader
Avantara Saint Cloud
09.2024 - 10.2025
Medical Assistant
Comfort Care
08.2018 - 11.2024
Associate of Science - Business
Oglala Lakota College