Erinn Ca
Spencer
Summary
Compassionate PCA with expertise in personal care, safety protocols, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing client well-being through effective communication and attention to detail. Proficient in patient care, medication administration, and mobility assistance, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. Recognized for reliability and the ability to deliver high-quality support in diverse settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Classen Home Health
Ithaca
02.2025 - Current
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Delivered personal care assistance to clients, enhancing their quality of life through support in daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during transfers.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Helped patients perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided timely reminders to clients about daily hygiene practices. about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Maintained clean and organized living environments for clients' well-being.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Provided timely reminders to clients about daily hygiene practices.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Communicated effectively with clients and families regarding care plans.
- Explained patient care plans to family members, ensuring clarity and fostering collaborative care.
- Documented client progress and reported concerns to healthcare professionals.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Explained patient care plans to family members, ensuring clarity and fostering collaborative care. from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
- Facilitated recreational activities for patients, promoting engagement and emotional well-being.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and outings.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Housekeeper
Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
Ithaca
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Disinfected high-touch surfaces, enhancing safety and hygiene for residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quick room readiness for new admissions, improving patient experience.
- Facilitated deep cleaning by moving beds, sofas, and small furniture, achieving thorough sanitation in all areas.
- Trained new staff on cleaning protocols and safety procedures effectively.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Assisted in laundry services by washing, folding, and distributing linens.
- Ensured a clean environment by promptly emptying trash receptacles in all areas of the facility.
- Utilized appropriate cleaning agents and tools for various surfaces and materials.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly to ensure facility upkeep and safety.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
PCA
Private Care
Waverly
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided personal care assistance to clients in daily living activities.
- Assisted client with transportation to ensure timely attendance at appointments
- Communicated effectively with clients and families regarding care plans.
- Facilitated client participation in social activities to promote engagement and emotional well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to clients' dietary needs
- Ensured clean, organized living environments to support clients' health and comfort.
- Executed light housekeeping tasks to provide a tidy, safe home environment for clients.
Education
Electrical Engineering -
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-2018
High School Diploma -
Spencer-VanEtten High School
Spencer, NY06-2015
Skills
- Personal care
- Mobility assistance
- Hygiene support
- Medication reminders
- Vital sign monitoring
- Range of motion exercises
- Patient observation
- Safety procedures
- Safety protocols
- Infection control
- Living assistance
- Rehabilitation support
- Dementia care
- End-of-life care
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Compassionate care
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Assistive device knowledge
- Mobility support
- Problem solving
- Adaptability to change
- Vitals documentation
- Safety protocols
Certification
- PCA
Timeline
PCA
Classen Home Health
02.2025 - Current
Housekeeper
Beechtree Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
04.2023 - 01.2025
PCA
Private Care
08.2020 - 06.2022
Electrical Engineering -
SUNY Broome Community College
High School Diploma -
Spencer-VanEtten High School