Patricia Carney
Algonquin,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven track record at Hearthstone Manor, excelling in patient care and child development. Demonstrates reliability and exceptional schedule management skills. Achieved positive outcomes in nurturing environments, fostering both emotional growth and physical well-being. Renowned for trustworthiness and a people-oriented approach, ensuring high satisfaction among clients and their families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Family Caregiver
Saint Charles, IL
07.2015 - Current
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
CNA
Hearthstone Manor
Woodstock, IL
10.2003 - 09.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILSkills
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Schedule management
- Toddler care experience
- Infant care experience
- Cheerful and energetic
- Activity planning
- Child development
- Enrichment activities
- People-oriented
- Dependable
Timeline
Nanny
Family Caregiver
07.2015 - Current
CNA
Hearthstone Manor
10.2003 - 09.2014
Western Illinois University