Georga Hoyt
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized, and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Care Provider
Team Risk Management
07.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured a safe and secure environment for patients by maintaining a clean and organized living space.
- Facilitated transportation to appointments, ensuring timely arrival and coordinating post-care instructions with healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, reporting any concerns or changes in condition promptly to healthcare providers.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring client progress at home and alerting healthcare providers when necessary adjustments were needed in treatment plans or care strategies.
- Provided nutritional support by preparing balanced meals tailored to specific dietary requirements.
- Supported clients'' independence through personalized assistance with daily activities.
- Streamlined communication between family members and medical teams, serving as a reliable point of contact for updates on patient status.
- Gained the trust of both patients and families through consistent professionalism, empathy, and dedication to high-quality care provision.
- Improved client''s emotional well-being by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities.
- Effectively managed medications, monitoring doses, and documenting side effects for optimal health outcomes.
- Promoted overall health by implementing preventive measures such as proper hygiene practices and infection control procedures.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
CNA/ Resident life aide
Center for Disability/St Margarets Center
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Assisted residents in achieving and maintaining goals as outlined in their care plans.
- Delivered comprehensive care services including hygiene routines and nutritional aid to residents.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Direct Support Staff/Respite(in home care)
Lexington ARC
06.2013 - 05.2017
- Helping residents with daily goals.
- Helping with bathing, daily care.
- I was med certified in the residential houses and an advocate to 2 residents.
- I helped with cooking cleaning and laundry.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Teaching Assistant
Gloversville Enlarged School District
03.2000 - 08.2016
- I helped students in the classroom with schoolwork.
- I worked with Cerebral Palsy student, autistic children, and students with learning disabilities throughout my career.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, collaborating with colleagues to identify areas for improvement within the school community.
Education
High School -
Gloversville High School
GloversvilleCNA - CNA
Mildred Elley School
Albany10.2017
Skills
- Errands running
- Compassionate caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Meal preparation
- Nutrition management
- Medical equipment operation
- Fall prevention
- Respectful and compassionate
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living assistance
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ethics
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
CNA, 10/01/17
Timeline
Private Care Provider
Team Risk Management
07.2021 - Current
CNA/ Resident life aide
Center for Disability/St Margarets Center
05.2017 - 07.2021
Direct Support Staff/Respite(in home care)
Lexington ARC
06.2013 - 05.2017
Teaching Assistant
Gloversville Enlarged School District
03.2000 - 08.2016
High School -
Gloversville High School
CNA - CNA
Mildred Elley School
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