Melissa Portela Gil
Franklin Square,NY
Summary
Skilled caretaker and student assisting the elderly and people with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Community Home Care
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided patients with transportation to and from dozens of medical appointments.
- Followed care plans and directions from medical professionals to administer medications.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals to meet diabetic and hypertension diets.
- Lauder clothing and bedding.
- Aid with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitor safety
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Greeted and assisted customers with purchasing products.
- Handled financial transactions.
- Maintained clean and welcoming store environment.
- Stocked shelves efficiently.
- Communicated respectfully with over 20 colleagues and superiors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism/English
Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY05.2026
Associate of Arts - Communications
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY05.2024
High School Diploma -
Valley Stream North High School
Franklin Square, NY06.2022
Skills
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Care Plan Implementation
- Medication Management
- Effective Time Management
- Fast Leaner
- Meal Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Community Home Care
06.2022 - Current
Customer Service Associate
Walgreens
07.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism/English
Baruch College of The City University of New York
Associate of Arts - Communications
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
High School Diploma -
Valley Stream North High School
Clubs
- Ally LGBTQ+ Club President [January, 2023 - Present]
- Ally LGBTQ+ Club Member [August, 2022 - Present]
Volunteer Experience
Town of Hempstead, Lido Beach Town Park - Beach Cleanup
[September, 2022 - Present]
- Removed non-biodegradable trash from beach shoreline.
- Collected trash.
Volunteer Experience
Town of Hempstead, Lido Beach Town Park - Beach Cleanup
[September, 2022 - Present]
- Removed 20lbs of non-biodegradable trash from Town of Hempstead beach shoreline.
- Collected trash.