Joann Medas
Queens,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Healthcare Worker with strong expertise in patient transport, daily living support, and effective communication. Dedicated to ensuring safety and comfort while promoting HIPAA compliance and teamwork. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on providing excellent patient care to enhance overall wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CHHA
Elara Care
Queens, NY
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety during care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive environment for clients.
- Assisted patients with ambulation, transferring between surfaces and providing mobility assistance.
- Transported patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Documented care provided and maintained accurate records of client progress and needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines to support optimal health.
Transporter
Upper East Side Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Manhattan, NY
06.2025 - 11.2025
- Transported residents safely to their doctor's appointments and activities.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize scheduling for resident transport needs.
- Communicated with patients and healthcare staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Supported patients in bathing, dressing, and grooming to promote health and cleanliness.
Caregiver
Caring Hearts Assisted Living
Bowie, MD
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, shaving, and oral hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Assisted patients with medication administration, maintaining compliance with health regulations.
- Operated and assisted patients with mobility equipment, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted dignity and independence among residents through personal hygiene tasks.
Education
Certificate - Certify Nursing Assistant
Fordham Institute
Queens, NY12-2025
High School Diploma -
Amelisa Word Community High
Guyana06-1994
Skills
- Patient transport
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Teamwork and collaboration
- First aid and CPR
- Multitasking
- Ambulation assistance and equipment
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Time management
- ADL support
- HIPAA compliance
- Transfer techniques
Timeline
Transporter
Upper East Side Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
06.2025 - 11.2025
CHHA
Elara Care
11.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Caring Hearts Assisted Living
12.2021 - 12.2023
Certificate - Certify Nursing Assistant
Fordham Institute
High School Diploma -
Amelisa Word Community High