KENNEDY PODKOWKA
Camden
Summary
Hardworking professional helps teachers and staff with clerical or classroom needs. Brings focused and reliable approach with good technical knowledge and willingness to take on any task. Supportive and organized with good multitasking skills. Committed teaching assistant with background in adapting educational materials to meet diverse student needs. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments and providing support for instructional tasks. Strengths include strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills. Have contributed positively to improving classroom dynamics and enhancing student understanding through innovative teaching strategies.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Oneida Healthcare Center
323 Genessee St Oneida Ny
01.2026 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and monitoring vital signs to maintain accurate health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, adhering strictly to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Facilitated clear communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding care updates and concerns.
- Advocated for patient rights and wellbeing by addressing needs promptly and effectively within the facility's framework.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Teacher's Aide
Adirondack central school
Boonville, New York
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in planning and implementing lesson plans in accordance with state curriculum standards.
- Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
Direct Support Professional
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
Rome, New York
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Adirondack Central School
Boonville, New York06.2016
Skills
- Classroom support
- Student safety
- Classroom supply management
- Student and parent relations
- Activity implementation
- Behavior redirection
- Verbal and written communication
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Serving diverse communities
- Relationship building
- Preparing instructional materials
- Student engagement
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
Timeline
CNA
Oneida Healthcare Center
01.2026 - Current
Teacher's Aide
Adirondack central school
10.2024 - 06.2025
Direct Support Professional
Upstate Cerebral Palsy
01.2021 - 08.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Adirondack Central School