Najee Washington
Albany ,NY
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with experience in providing assistance in daily living and personal care services in patients' homes per care plan. Familiarity with monitoring patient condition by observing physical and mental conditions, intake and output, exercise. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and staff; ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; adaptability to handle diverse patient needs and crises. Previous work has positively impacted patient lives through consistent provision of empathetic yet efficient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Anytime Home Care
Albany, NY
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
- Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Managed household duties such as grocery shopping and errand running for clients who are unable to do so themselves.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
Walmart Lawns & Gardens
Walm
Latham, New York
05.2014 - 10.2015
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Abrookin
Albany, NY06-2015
Skills
- Physical therapy assistance
- Daily living assistance
- Seizure precautions
- Behavioral management
- Continuing education
- Nutrition monitoring
- Medication reminders
- Transfer techniques
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Meal preparation
- Mobility support
- Care plan implementation
- Range of motion exercises
Timeline
PCA
Anytime Home Care
02.2017 - 08.2019
Walmart Lawns & Gardens
Walm
05.2014 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Abrookin