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Private Duty Personal Care AssistantPrivate Duty Personal Care AssistantChief of Pediatrics / Consultant PediatricianWork Type
Contract WorkFull TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Monroe, NY
Open to relocation: Yes
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Donald Accilien
Monroe,NY
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Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with a medical background as a foreign-trained pediatrician and former Chief of Pediatrics. Certified in NYS Personal Care and American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid. Expertise in private duty care, vital signs monitoring, and medication management, delivering reliable patient support in diverse settings.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Personal Care Assistant
Private Jewish Family Client
Monroe, New York
07.2025 - Current
- Supported clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks to promote independence and dignity.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration of prescriptions.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and preferences.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse, and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured clean and organized environment to enhance client comfort and safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Sorted and organized oral medications to ensure clients received correct dosages. for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Private Duty Personal Care Assistant
Private Family Client
Monroe, NY
07.2026 - 07.2040
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration of prescriptions.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment through regular household tasks.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and preferences.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse, and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Chief of Pediatrics / Consultant Pediatrician
Haiti Fort-Liberté Hospital
Fort-Liberté , Northeast
07.2020 - 04.2024
- Diagnosed pediatric illnesses through thorough physical examinations and patient history.
- Conducted physical examinations, ordered diagnostic tests, prescribed medications and treatments, and monitored progress of pediatric patients.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse pediatric patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and management.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings regarding the care of complex pediatric cases.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when making decisions related to patient care.
- Ensured that all clinical procedures are performed in a safe manner according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Performed routine well-child checkups including growth assessments and developmental screenings.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving children as needed.
- Educated families on preventive health measures and proper nutrition for children.
- Evaluated laboratory results, x-rays or other diagnostic information related to pediatric cases.
- Treated children and youth for typical minor illnesses including ear infections, minor injuries, and viruses.
Education
Specialized Medical Residency - Pediatric
Hopital Universitaire Justinien
Cap-Haitien, North Haiti 11.2017 - 10.2020
M.D. - Medicine
Ponctifical Catholic University Madre Y Maestra
Santiago De Los Caballeros/ Dominican Arepublic, Santiago de los Caballeros 02.2006 - 01.2015
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Medication management
- Health monitoring
- Elderly care principles
- Dressing assistance
- Activity support
- Supportive care
- First aid and CPR
- CPR certified
- Observational skills
- Attention to detail
- Reliability and punctuality
- Compassionate care
- Family communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptable under pressure
- Adaptable under pressure
Languages
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
Haitian Creole
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- NYS Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Certificate – Issued: april 2024
American Red Cross CPR / AED & First Aid (Adult and Pediatric) – Active
Timeline
Private Duty Personal Care Assistant
Private Family Client
07.2026 - 07.2040
Private Duty Personal Care Assistant
Private Jewish Family Client
07.2025 - Current
Chief of Pediatrics / Consultant Pediatrician
Haiti Fort-Liberté Hospital
07.2020 - 04.2024
Specialized Medical Residency - Pediatric
Hopital Universitaire Justinien
11.2017 - 10.2020
M.D. - Medicine
Ponctifical Catholic University Madre Y Maestra
02.2006 - 01.2015