Parla Denton
East Hartford,CT
Summary
Custodian who is open to new challenges and opportunities. Learns quickly and enjoys being part of a dynamic team. Hardworking and able to work long hours and lift up to 100 or more pounds. Custodian who pays close attention to details and enjoys keeping buildings and homes clean and tidy at all times. Completed training in hazardous chemicals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurses Assistant
Hospital for Special Care
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored vitals including temperature, cardiovascular pressure, and glycemic status.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Responded to call lights ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record. Doing EKg, Admitting new Patient with the Nurses.
Educational Instructor
Network Incorporated
02.2010 - 03.2021
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Engaged patients with games, crafts, cooking, music, reading and other activities.
- Provided patient education.
- Taking Trash out at the End of Shifts
- Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- When Snow Apply Salt and use Snow Blower or Shovel.
Custodial Worker
B And L Cleaning
03.2012 - 10.2017
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with a cloth.
- Removed waste paper and other trash from the premises to designated area.
- Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
- Verified that all storage areas and carts were clean and organized.
- Cleaned and buffed tile floors using industrial cleaning equipment.
- Used chemicals and other cleaning equipment in a proper, safe and responsible manner.
- Moved chairs, desks and beds around rooms to clean behind and underneath them.
- Spot cleaned walls, carpets and light fixtures.
- Waxed and polished wood floors and other woodwork.
- Polished all metal hardware fixtures.
- Cleaned walls, windows, shades and curtains.
- Picked up trash from parking lot and garden areas to keep those areas free of debris.
House Keeper
Kingston Public Hospital (KPH)
08.1999 - 07.2005
- Verified that all storage areas and carts were clean and organized.
- Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
- Washed, cleaned and disinfected water coolers.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Polished glass surfaces and windows.
- Transported cleaning products and equipment to and from the utility rooms.
- Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished supplies when they were low.
- Accepted accountability for all assigned building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Removed waste paper and other trash from the premises to designated area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vauxhall High School
Kingston, Kingston Parish, Jamaica1999
GED -
Educational Training CNA
Wethersfield, CT09.2005
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Hazardous chemical training
- Detail-oriented
- Conscientious
- Service-oriented
- Takes direction well
Timeline
Nurses Assistant
Hospital for Special Care
01.2024 - Current
Custodial Worker
B And L Cleaning
03.2012 - 10.2017
Educational Instructor
Network Incorporated
02.2010 - 03.2021
House Keeper
Kingston Public Hospital (KPH)
08.1999 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Vauxhall High School
GED -
Educational Training CNA
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