Karen Smith
New York
Summary
Home Health Aide with a strong background in patient care and health monitoring. Experienced in providing personal hygiene assistance, meal preparation, and maintaining organized living spaces. Committed to documenting behaviors and offering emotional support to enhance patient wellness. Focused on creating a safe and supportive environment for clients.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Peoples Care Inc.
New York
09.2012 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient living spaces.
- Collaborated with family members to address patient needs and concerns.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
Medical Assistant Intern
Irving Place Surgery And Wellness Center
New York
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepared examination rooms by sanitizing surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported patients by explaining procedures and answering questions.
- Provided administrative support to the medical staff, such as filing paperwork, answering phones and greeting visitors.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported findings to supervising staff.
- Collected and processed lab specimens for testing as directed.
Personal Care Worker
Volunteer Work
New York
01.2001 - 12.2008
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Supported clients in meal preparation and nutritional guidance.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry and changing bed linens.
- Observed safety protocols when providing personal care services to clients.
- Assisted clients with various activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Cleaned and sanitized client living areas on a regular basis.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Prepared meals for clients according to dietary requirements.
Police Administrative Aide
New York City Police Department
New York
1990 - 1998
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for departmental meetings and events.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Processed requests for public records in compliance with legal guidelines.
- Assisted in developing procedural manuals for administrative functions.
- Followed department's data integrity processes to verify confidentiality of case and record information.
- Greeted visitors in person or on the telephone and responded to their requests for information.
- Provided administrative support to police officers, including filing and organizing documents.
- Handled appointment scheduling and calendar changes for chief and other personnel.
Payroll Administration Coordinator
City College of New York
New York
1989 - 1990
- Coordinate payroll schedules and deadlines for timely processing.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and discrepancies.
- Processed monthly payrolls for multiple entities within the organization ensuring timely payment of wages and salaries.
- Administered changes to salary and wage rates, tax withholdings and other deductions as required.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their pay, deductions, entitlements, leave balances.
- Reconciled bank statements against payments made through the payroll system on a monthly basis.
- Monitored leave accruals and deductions ensuring compliance with relevant industrial awards and agreements.
- Examined employee pay records and ensured accuracy of information in payroll system.
- Tracked and processed employee vacation, sick leave, and other time off requests.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant Program
Star Career Academy of New York
New York, NY06-2013
High School Diploma -
Louis D Brandeis High Schoo;
New York, NY01-1982
Skills
- Patient care and health monitoring
- Meal preparation and medication assistance
- Personal hygiene and safety compliance
Timeline
Medical Assistant Intern
Irving Place Surgery And Wellness Center
05.2013 - 06.2013
Home Health Aide
Peoples Care Inc.
09.2012 - Current
Personal Care Worker
Volunteer Work
01.2001 - 12.2008
Police Administrative Aide
New York City Police Department
1990 - 1998
Payroll Administration Coordinator
City College of New York
1989 - 1990
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant Program
Star Career Academy of New York
High School Diploma -
Louis D Brandeis High Schoo;