Karina Graciale
Saugus,MA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Monitor Tech
North Shore Medical Center-Salem Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2023
- Remain alert for extended periods of time
- Observe and monitor assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury
- Verbally de-escalate patients
- Complete required trainings on a monthly basis
- Answer telephone in professional manner
- Stay in constant contact with other employee residents of the hospital.
- Closely monitored patient condition and actions nurse or PCA if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
- Entered details into computer systems and managed database of information.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to facilitate high-quality comprehensive care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Patient Safety Sitter
North Shore Medical Center Salem Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2023
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Provide companionship and sit with patients to supervise as needed
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Monitored patient progress and provided emotional support on occasion.
Direct Support Professional
Bridgewell Inc
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Answer telephone in professional manner
- Document about clients day, behavior, and medication.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Assistant Group Leader
YMCA Of Metro North Academy
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Monitor children on the school bus as needed.
- Reported accidents and unusual incidents and maintained necessary documentation to facilitate fact-finding process.
- Participated in opportunities for staff growth and development to support professional advancement.
- Generated accurate and timely reports, record keeping and documentation to review classroom outcomes.
- Displayed positive role modeling, high energy, engagement and good communication skills with children.
- Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
- Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
- Assisted students with homework issues and helped to incorporate positive study skills.
Waitress
Victor's Italian Cuisine
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
Crew Member
Burger King
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
Administrative Assistant (Seasonal)
Corcoran Management
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Set up/prepare for events
- Supervise Children ages up to 15 y/o
- Deliver items to housing residents
- Prepare documents
- Scan, copy, and fax paperwork.
Education
Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA10.2023
Associate in Arts - Health Science
North Shore Community College
Lynn, MA01.2022
Associate in Arts - Business Administration
North Shore Community College
Lynn, MA01.2022
High School Diploma -
Saugus High School
Saugus, MA01.2017
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Student Management
- Discipline
- Emergency Response
- Incident Reporting
- Youth Mentoring
- Child Safety
- Lesson Planning
- Event Planning
- Activity Planning
- Safety Awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Punctual and Reliable
- Caring and Responsible
- Documentation and Reporting
- Friendly and Respectful
- Goal Setting
Certification
- CPR / First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Certificate
- Harassment Prevention Certificate
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Bridgewell Inc
06.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Group Leader
YMCA Of Metro North Academy
01.2019 - 05.2019
Virtual Monitor Tech
North Shore Medical Center-Salem Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2023
Patient Safety Sitter
North Shore Medical Center Salem Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2023
Waitress
Victor's Italian Cuisine
09.2018 - 01.2019
Crew Member
Burger King
08.2016 - 09.2018
Administrative Assistant (Seasonal)
Corcoran Management
05.2015 - 09.2015
Business Administration
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Associate in Arts - Health Science
North Shore Community College
Associate in Arts - Business Administration
North Shore Community College
High School Diploma -
Saugus High School
- CPR / First Aid Certified
- Mandated Reporter Certificate
- Harassment Prevention Certificate
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