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Patricia Koenig

Charleston

Summary

Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Hospice, delivering patient-focused care and emotional support. Skilled in patient assessments and medication management, I effectively collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient comfort and safety. Recognized for training new staff and maintaining high standards of care in challenging environments.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Hospice
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided compassionate patient care in alignment with hospice principles and protocols.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Trained new nursing assistants on best practices for patient care and safety measures.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.

Caregiver

Nidua Brown
06.2018 - 01.2023
  • Provided compassionate care and support to clients, enhancing their daily living activities.
  • Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
  • Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences.
  • Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social activities.
  • Monitored client health conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Office Manager

West Virginia Early Learning Center/ Discovery Kingdom Childcare
05.2019 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations and maintaining licensing requirements.
  • Managed staff schedules, optimizing workforce efficiency and coverage for childcare services.
  • Coordinated communication between parents and staff, fostering positive relationships and program engagement.
  • Implemented organizational systems, enhancing record-keeping accuracy and accessibility for child development assessments.

Private Caregiver

Kelly Sizemore
04.2017 - 11.2021
  • Provided personalized care and support to clients, ensuring safety and comfort in daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with medication management, promoting adherence to prescribed health plans.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families, enhancing overall satisfaction and trust.
  • Coordinated transportation for medical appointments, facilitating timely healthcare access for clients.
  • Monitored client conditions, reporting changes promptly to family members and healthcare professionals.

Lead Teacher

Creative Learning Center
08.2011 - 09.2018
  • Developed and implemented engaging curriculum fostering student creativity and critical thinking.
  • Mentored and guided teaching staff, enhancing instructional techniques and classroom management strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents to address student needs, ensuring effective communication and support.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.

Receptionist

Dr Patrick C. Williams
01.1996 - 09.2002
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
  • Coordinated communication between patients and medical staff to enhance service delivery.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Assisted in handling insurance verification and billing inquiries to streamline administrative processes.
  • Developed informative materials for patients regarding office procedures and services offered.

Assistant Director Of Community Education

Kanawha County Board of Education
09.1991 - 06.1995
  • Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
  • Led professional development workshops on topics such as classroom management, differentiated instruction, and assessment strategies.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities in lesson plans.
  • Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

Education

GED -

Garnett Career Center
Charleston, WV

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Patient feeding
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Patient assessments
  • Client documentation
  • Light housekeeping
  • Patient care and safety
  • First aid certification

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Hospice
04.2024 - Current

Office Manager

West Virginia Early Learning Center/ Discovery Kingdom Childcare
05.2019 - 10.2022

Caregiver

Nidua Brown
06.2018 - 01.2023

Private Caregiver

Kelly Sizemore
04.2017 - 11.2021

Lead Teacher

Creative Learning Center
08.2011 - 09.2018

Receptionist

Dr Patrick C. Williams
01.1996 - 09.2002

Assistant Director Of Community Education

Kanawha County Board of Education
09.1991 - 06.1995

GED -

Garnett Career Center