Cynthia Purdie
Schenectady,NY
Summary
A sympathetic and devoted direct care worker with years of experience in giving clinical and non-clinical care to disabled people wanting to work for an agency that can utilize my experience and compassion to help others. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
ALG / Wildwood Programs
04.2017 - Current
- Helping residents in daily living tasks such as brushing, bathing, dressing, etc
- Help individuals reach their Community hab goals
- Preparing and feeding meals to the residents as prescribed by the nutritionist
- Reporting the daily activities to the supervisor
- Transporting residents to the doctors to meet appointments
Direct Care Worker
Schenectady ARC
05.2007 - 06.2023
- Making sure that all the residents are receiving proper medications, meal, hygienic environment, and basic care
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supervising behavior of residents
- Transporting residents to the doctors to meet appointments
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
Direct Care Worker
All Metro
05.2010 - 01.2016
- Performed all clinical and non-clinical tasks required in the job
- Offered brushing, bathing, grooming, hair and nail trimming services to patients
Education
PCA -
Mildred Elley
Albany, NY08.2010
CCW - Child Care Worker
Mildred Elley
Albany, NY09.2002
High School Diploma -
New York School of Printing
New York, NY01.1984
Skills
- Skilled in assisting disabled people of all age
- Excellent medical administration skills and knowledge of medical terminology
- Skilled in group and individual counseling Ability to stay calm and handle emergency
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Adept in performing household routine and other general duties
- Strong empathy and compassion for disabled people
- Skilled in making and keeping medical appointments
- Team motivatio
- Team Leadership
Certification
- CPR
- FIRST AID
- MED CERT
- SKIP & TCI CERT
- CHILDCARE WORKER LICENSE
Timeline
Assistant Manager
ALG / Wildwood Programs
04.2017 - Current
Direct Care Worker
All Metro
05.2010 - 01.2016
Direct Care Worker
Schenectady ARC
05.2007 - 06.2023
PCA -
Mildred Elley
CCW - Child Care Worker
Mildred Elley
High School Diploma -
New York School of Printing
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