Marie Dina Joseph Alexandre
Nursing Assistant
Greenwood,DE
Summary
Proven to enhance patient satisfaction at Tailored Brands Inc. by implementing compassionate caregiving and meticulous vital signs monitoring, I boosted morale and reduced hospital readmissions significantly. Skilled in both emotional support and healthcare documentation, my approach to home health care is both empathetic and results-driven, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HHA
Tailored Brands Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
- Streamlined daily routines for clients with limited mobility by implementing efficient strategies customized to their specific abilities.
- Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering strong relationships and trust.
- Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
- Managed accurate medical records for each patient, maintaining confidentiality while providing essential information for healthcare providers.
- Increased patient satisfaction levels by consistently going above-and-beyond in providing exceptional care tailored to individual preferences.
- Boosted patient morale with a positive attitude, effective communication, and active listening skills to address concerns and validate emotions.
- Trained new HHA staff members on best practices for patient care delivery and documentation procedures.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' conditions at home and responding quickly to potential issues.
- Administered medications accurately and on time, ensuring optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients and family members on proper nutrition, exercise routines, and self-care techniques to promote overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- 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.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
General Laborer
Walmart
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Ensured quality workmanship, performing thorough inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Line Worker
Amick Farms
02.2018 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily quotas and improve overall productivity on the line.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Adapted quickly to changing production schedules, effectively managing workload to meet deadlines consistently.
- Mastered various roles within the assembly line, showcasing versatility and adaptability that contributed to increased operational efficiency.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly following safety protocols and participating in relevant training programs.
- Ensured consistent product quality through rigorous quality control checks and adherence to company standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours or tasks according to fluctuating production needs or emergencies.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
- Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment, performing regular inspections, and promptly addressing issues.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Assembled and installed products on production lines according to established guidelines.
- Increased output by implementing effective time management techniques and prioritizing high-demand tasks.
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Played an integral role in achieving production targets by consistently meeting individual goals while supporting team efforts.
- Ensured seamless transitions between shifts by effectively communicating progress updates with incoming colleagues.
- Supported cross-functional teams during peak periods or staff shortages to maintain optimal productivity levels.
- Maintained accurate inventory records, ensuring sufficient stock levels for continuous production flow without disruptions.
- Kept detailed records of completed work orders, enabling accurate tracking of products throughout the manufacturing process.
- Trained new employees on production line machinery for maximum output and safety.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing thorough guidance on proper procedures and equipment usage.
- Fostered culture of safety first, leading by example and conducting regular safety briefings.
- Ensured safety compliance during all operations, significantly reducing workplace incidents.
- Coordinated with local authorities during extensive outages to streamline restoration efforts.
- Achieved record-low error rates in cable installations through meticulous attention to detail.
- Assisted in developing emergency response strategies that minimized power disruption durations.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Enhanced public relations by addressing community concerns regarding line work promptly.
- Implemented quality control checks that improved reliability of electrical services.
- Provided comprehensive training to new hires, enhancing team skill levels and performance.
- Adapted to diverse weather conditions to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
- Facilitated smoother project execution by maintaining clear communication between crew members.
- Collaborated with engineers to implement innovative solutions for complex wiring challenges.
Education
N/A - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Georgetown, DEN/A - HHA
Cora
Laurel, MT06.2024
Skills
- Laundry services
- Bathing Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Errands Running
- Housekeeping tasks
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Toileting support
- Transfer Techniques
- Dressing and grooming
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emotional Support
- Behavioral Management
- Recreational Activities
- Nutrition management
- Communication abilities
- Transportation provision
- Ambulation Assistance
- Documentation proficiency
- Dressing assistance
- Cognitive stimulation
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Mobility support
- First aid and safety
- Patient Transport
- State Driver's License
- Schedule Management
- Care Plan Management
- Recording vital signs
- Progress Documentation
- Behavior redirection
- Behavioral support
- Patient transportation
- State regulations knowledge
- Care Plan Adherence
- Medical Charting
- Interpersonal Communication
- ADL support
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- Bathing Support
- Elder Care
- Home Care Aide
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Home Health Aide
- Home Care Aide (HCA)
- Progress Monitoring
- Emotional Support and Companionship
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Limited Working
Timeline
HHA
Tailored Brands Inc.
06.2024 - Current
General Laborer
Walmart
01.2023 - 05.2024
Line Worker
Amick Farms
02.2018 - 12.2022
N/A - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
N/A - HHA
Cora