Pebbles Silkowski
Orrstown,USA
Summary
Dependable and hardworking individual dedicated to assisting others with a passion for caregiving and meeting their needs. Authorized to work in the US for any employer. I bring a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence in all tasks undertaken. With a focus on providing exceptional service and support, eager to contribute positively to any team or organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA - Certified Medication Aide/caregiver
Legend Senior Living
Mechanicsburg, PA
12.2023 - Current
- Administering medications, assisting with ADLs, companionship, collecting specimens.
Med Tech/ Pca
Paramount Senior Living
Fayetteville, PA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
Personal Care Aide/Med Tech
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries
Carlisle, PA
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Assist residents with ADLs and Ensure a safe and clean environment, companionship, Meal prep, laundry, linen changes. Collect specimens and change small dressings.
Caregiver
Community Resources for Independence
McConnellsburg, PA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted with cleaning, cooking, grocery shopping. Transported and assisted consumers with appointments, companionship.
Team Member
Sheetz
Shippensburg, PA
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Cashier and kitchen
Caregiver
Tender hearted services
Greencastle, PA
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted those individuals with intellectual disabilities with ADLs, meal prep, companionship, shopping.
Education
High school diploma - undefined
Chambersburg Career Magnet
Chambersburg, PA05.2017
Skills
- Patient Care
- Assisted living
- Home Care
- First aid
- Dementia care
- Laundry
- Care plans
- Patient monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Cooking
- Caregiving
- POS
- Senior care
- Vital signs
- Medication Administration
- Direct support
- Documentation review
- Cleaning
- EMR Systems
- Hoyer lift
- Home health
- Nursing home experience
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Complex Problem-solving
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Physical stamina
- Infection control practices
- Cultural sensitivity
- Lifting and transferring
- Toileting assistance
- Medication assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Collecting vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Patient lifting
- Electronic charting
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Certified Medication Technician October 2022 to Present
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Medication Aide
- Driver's License
- CPR Certification
- BLS certification
- CNA May 2025-May2027
Timeline
Med Tech/ Pca
Paramount Senior Living
09.2024 - 05.2025
CMA - Certified Medication Aide/caregiver
Legend Senior Living
12.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Community Resources for Independence
03.2022 - 06.2022
Personal Care Aide/Med Tech
Diakon Lutheran Social Ministries
02.2021 - 02.2024
Team Member
Sheetz
06.2020 - 01.2021
Caregiver
Tender hearted services
01.2019 - 09.2019
High school diploma - undefined
Chambersburg Career Magnet