Joanne Geffrard
15 Brook Street, Manchester,NH,New Hampshire
Summary
Caring Family Physician with over 5 years of comprehensive medical field experience. Profound knowledge of family medical services, pediatrics and non-emergency care. Organized and friendly to interact positively with medical care providers, patients and families. Expertise in medical principles and pharmaceutical drugs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Villa Crest
01.2025 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with patients'' families through clear communication and empathetic support during difficult times.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in a supportive environment.
- Provided exceptional support for patients requiring specialized care, such as those with dementia or complex medical conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by diligently documenting pertinent patient updates for incoming colleagues.
- Reduced the risk of infection by maintaining strict adherence to hygiene protocols and infection control measures.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of health concerns.
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs in collaboration with nursing staff.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
PCA
Impress HEALTHCARE
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
Primary Care Physician
Dr Chancy Mireille
12.2018 - 03.2023
- Referred patients to medical specialists for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being.
- Determined medication and dosage schedule given patient's vitals, condition and allergies.
- Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
Education
Primary Care Physician - Medical School
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
Maximo Gomez, Dominican Republic10.2015
Skills
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Disease Determination
- Patient Health Information Access
- Improving Wellbeing
- Patient Medical Histories
- Behavioral Health Electronic Health Records
- Health Plan Development
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Detoxification
- Psychologist Collaboration
- Cancer Detection
- Family Medicine
- Intramuscular Injections
- IV Administration
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Infant Feeding
- Seizure Disorders
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Patient Condition Reporting
- Patient Admission
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Symptoms Monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Sun Protection
- Urgent Care
- Hormonal Agents
- Disease Processes
- Conflict Resolution
- Creative Thinking
- Symptoms Evaluation
- Diagnostic Interpretation
- Therapy Administration
- Health Program Administration
Languages
Haitian creole, French, Spanish, English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Villa Crest
01.2025 - Current
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
10.2023 - 06.2024
PCA
Impress HEALTHCARE
06.2023 - 08.2024
Primary Care Physician
Dr Chancy Mireille
12.2018 - 03.2023
Primary Care Physician - Medical School
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago
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