Petronela Thomas
Newark,NJ
Summary
Hardworking, compassionate, and reliable individual. Skilled at providing personal care and mobility support. Diligent about keeping personal areas clean and organized to maintain client safety. Over 20 years of experience managing a household, supporting a family-owned business, and caring for elderly relatives. Dedicated to providing focused care while assisting with activities of daily living, preparing meals, and adhering to patient care plans. Enthusiastic individual with superior skills while working as part of a team or in independent capacities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
Private Family Employer
Long Island, NY
08.2017 - 11.2024
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support, companionship, and engaged in activities to promote cognitive and physical health.
- Monitored and reported changes in the client's health, behavior, or needs.
- Encouraged the client to do as much of their own care as possible.
- Served meals to clients, and assisted in preparing meals, following planned menus.
- Maintained client confidentiality and respected their dignity and privacy at all times.
Nanny/ Housekeeper
Private Family Client
Brooklyn, NY
01.2011 - 07.2017
- Fed, bathed, and kept the children (3) neat and well-groomed.
- Completed household chores like washing plates, laundry, and general cleaning of the house.
- Monitored children during play activities and read to children.
- Preparing warm meals for children.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for children.
Hotel Front Desk Associate
Takutu Hotel
Lethem, Guyana
11.2005 - 12.2010
- Greeted and assisted guests with a friendly demeanor.
- Answered phone calls and in-person inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated reservations.
- Maintained accurate records and logs of visitor details and activities.
- Received guest complaints and ensured satisfaction or compensation.
- Registered hotel guests and assigned rooms.
- Followed policies related to safety, emergencies, criminal activities, and suspicious activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Georgetown Secondary School
Guyana07-1991
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Relationship building
- Clear communication
- Basic housekeeping
Certification
- Certificate of Completion for Home Health Aide, March 23 2025 (K&G Career Academy)
Timeline
In-Home Elderly Caregiver
Private Family Employer
08.2017 - 11.2024
Nanny/ Housekeeper
Private Family Client
01.2011 - 07.2017
Hotel Front Desk Associate
Takutu Hotel
11.2005 - 12.2010
High School Diploma -
North Georgetown Secondary School
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