Priscila Barboza
New Britain,CT
Summary
Offering keen interest
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance
4RealCleaning
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Swept and mopped hallways to ensure neat appearance and prevent accidents.
- Emptied waste bins regularly to prevent overflow and maintain cleanliness.
- Adhered to health regulations, helping to maintaining facility standards.
- Inspected cleaning supplies for safety compliance before use.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Contributed to a welcoming environment by maintaining clean and organized common areas such as lobbies and conference rooms.
- Maintained a well-stocked inventory of cleaning supplies to ensure all necessary equipment was available for use.
- Upheld company policies regarding health codes, safety regulations, hazardous materials disposal protocols while completing assigned tasks diligently.
- Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
- Safeguarded building security by locking doors and setting alarms at the end of each shift.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues promptly to prevent further damage or escalation.
- Facilitated smooth communication between janitorial staff and other departments, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
Patient Transport Aide
New Britain General Hospital
08.2007 - 09.2015
- Continuously improved job skills through participation in training sessions, workshops, or educational opportunities related to patient care or transportation procedures.
- Fostered strong working relationships with team members across departments, resulting in improved communication and coordination of patient transportation activities.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive patient information during transports.
- Increased overall hospital efficiency by promptly responding to transportation requests from various departments such as imaging, surgery, or physical therapy units.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new Patient Transport Aides, sharing knowledge and best practices to improve team performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of transport equipment, ensuring availability for immediate use when needed.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Enhanced patient comfort during transport by assisting with positioning and adjusting equipment as needed.
- Promoted a safe work environment for colleagues through adherence to established safety guidelines and reporting any potential hazards immediately upon identification.
- Contributed to a positive hospital environment by maintaining a professional demeanor, empathetic attitude, and friendly approach when interacting with patients and families.
- Assisted medical personnel during emergency situations, providing swift transport of patients to appropriate treatment areas.
- Maintained open lines of communication with patients'' primary care providers to ensure seamless care transitions between healthcare facilities.
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing transport requests based on urgency and departmental needs.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Management
Tunxis Community Collage
Farmington, Ct08.2024
Deploma - General
New Britain High School
New Britain, CT06.2002
Timeline
Maintenance
4RealCleaning
11.2023 - 03.2024
Patient Transport Aide
New Britain General Hospital
08.2007 - 09.2015
Graduate Certificate - Health Care Management
Tunxis Community Collage
Deploma - General
New Britain High School
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