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Joelle Brozoski

Dallas,PA

Summary

A Dedicated meticulous and professional Certified Clinical Medical Assistant bringing more than 10 years of experience caring for patients, their safety and well-being. Well-versed in managing supplies, medical terminology, sterile fields and aseptic techniques. Proficient in HIPAA, facility and Medical Assistant standards and competent in operating in high-volume, high-stress settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Habilitation Technician

BAYADA Habilitation
02.2021 - Current
  • Supervised and assisted residents with grooming, personal hygiene, meal planning and housekeeping to promote activities of daily living.
  • Transported residents to and from appointments and other activities to encourage mobility.
  • Offered instructions to help individuals learn, retain or improve competencies for maximal functioning.
  • Developed resident activities and programming to encourage new skills and maintain present skills.
  • Instructed and reinforced target outcomes to help individuals achieve goals.
  • Noted client responses and results to facilitate interventions and assessment through proper documentation.
  • Recorded participant behavior and methods to alleviate barriers and progress toward goals.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures to comply with safety rules and regulations.
  • Implemented written goals from treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
  • Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.

School Based Personal Care Assistant

Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 11.2023
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

Home Health Aid

Comfort Keepers Home Care
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.

Residential Living Aid

Step By Step
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Logged and filed incident reports, detailing significant occurrences during assigned shifts.
  • Directed resident setback incident reports to appropriate treatment team personnel for remediation.
  • Participated in therapeutic treatment teams, working to help residents reach individual wellness goals.
  • Aided residents in completing daily routines of care and activities.
  • Observed and documented resident progress, reporting recorded metrics to house manager.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.

Housekeeping

Mountain Top Senior Care
09.2014 - 05.2018
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
  • Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.

Dietary Aid

Little Flower Manor
09.2014 - 11.2014
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
  • Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
  • Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
  • Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
  • Discarded outdated food products and maintained waste disposal procedures.
  • Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.

Education

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Fortis Institute - Forty Fort
Kingston, PA
10.2023

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke

High School Diploma -

Crestwood High School
Mountain Top, PA
05.2013

No Degree - Emergency Medical Services

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke

Skills

  • Patient charting
  • Wound Care
  • Recreational Activities
  • Cleaning Products
  • Company Guidelines
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Client Observations
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Managing Transportation
  • Patient Health Information Privacy
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Nonviolent Intervention
  • Patient Toileting
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Adaptive Equipment
  • Mental Health Support
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Interpersonal Communication Skills
  • Activity Planning
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Mobility Support
  • Client Support
  • Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
  • Behavior Management
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Emergency Situations
  • Sanitizing Surfaces
  • Dietary Needs
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes
  • Goal Implementation
  • Patient Rights
  • Care for Patients
  • Pediatric Care
  • Observe Behaviors
  • Family Support and Instruction
  • Report Observations
  • Special Needs Care

Timeline

School Based Personal Care Assistant

Maxim Healthcare
02.2022 - 11.2023

Habilitation Technician

BAYADA Habilitation
02.2021 - Current

Home Health Aid

Comfort Keepers Home Care
08.2018 - 10.2019

Residential Living Aid

Step By Step
05.2018 - 07.2018

Housekeeping

Mountain Top Senior Care
09.2014 - 05.2018

Dietary Aid

Little Flower Manor
09.2014 - 11.2014

Diploma - Medical Assisting

Fortis Institute - Forty Fort

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Luzerne County Community College

High School Diploma -

Crestwood High School

No Degree - Emergency Medical Services

Luzerne County Community College
Joelle Brozoski