Kamaria Ellis
Rochester,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated PCA with experience at Maxim Healthcare, skilled in emotional support and behavioral management. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and wellbeing through attentive care and effective communication. Adept in infection control and meal preparation, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for patients and families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Always Compassionate Healthcare
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- 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.
PCA
Maxim Healthcare
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Warehouse Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
- Assisted in reducing product damage by properly handling and storing materials.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
RBA
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by maintaining clean, orderly, and welcoming environments throughout the facility.
Inspector/Sorter
Aramark Uniform Company
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Attained high levels of precision through meticulous adherence to established guidelines while inspecting different types of fabric materials for various clients'' requirements simultaneously.
- Enhanced garment quality by meticulously inspecting finished products for defects and inconsistencies.
- Contributed to team goals by consistently meeting or exceeding daily inspection quotas without compromising attention to detail.
- Exhibited flexibility when working alongside cross-functional teams such as cutting and sewing departments; this collaboration led to improved coordination among these units.
- Maintained a well-organized work area, enabling quick assessments of garments and increased throughput.
CDPAP
Maxim Healthcare
10.2016 - 08.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with toileting.
- Assisted with Personal hygiene.
- Turning and positioning to prevent bed sores.
- Assisted with medication reminders.
- Dressing and/or dressing.
- Assistance with eating and meal preparation.
- Assistance with medical appointments.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY01-2014
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
Rochester06-2011
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- Meal preparation
- Infection control
- End-of-life care
- Medical terminology
- CPR certification
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved PCA certification by completing class with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
PCA Certificate
CPR
BLS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
PCA
Always Compassionate Healthcare
10.2023 - Current
PCA
Maxim Healthcare
06.2023 - 10.2024
Warehouse Associate
Lowes Home Improvment
08.2022 - 02.2024
Environmental Services Housekeeper
RBA
08.2022 - 07.2023
Inspector/Sorter
Aramark Uniform Company
03.2022 - 07.2022
CDPAP
Maxim Healthcare
10.2016 - 08.2020
No Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Monroe Community College
High School Diploma -
John Marshall High School
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