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RAKIEMA RICHARDSON

Cohoes,NY

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Eddie Heritage House
Troy, NY
11.2022 - Current
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.

CNA

The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing Home
Guilderland, NY
05.2020 - 11.2022
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.

PCA

Accu Care Home Health Services
Rensselaer, NY
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
  • Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.

Medical Transportation Driver

Care 4 You Medical Transportation
Schenectady, NY
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Provided safe and timely transportation for patients to medical appointments.
  • Maintained records of patient pick-up, drop-off times and destinations in log book.
  • Assisted passengers with mobility issues into and out of vehicles when necessary.
  • Responded to dispatch calls promptly.
  • Complied with all applicable traffic laws while operating a company vehicle.

PCA

Visiting Angels Home Care
Albany, NY
10.2019 - 02.2022
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.

Resident Assistant

Teresian House
Albany, NY
06.2017 - 10.2021
  • Performed miscellaneous tasks to enhance residents quality of life
  • Assist wit meal services
  • Daily mail opening
  • Answering call lights
  • Getting residents Refreshments
  • Light house keeping
  • Maintain linen and pantry inventory

PCA

Living Resources
Albany, NY
08.2017 - 10.2019
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
  • Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
  • Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
  • Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.

Lunch Monitor/Food Service Worker

Albany School District
Albany, NY
09.2010 - 06.2017
  • Checked student lunches for compliance with school nutrition standards.
  • Monitored students in the cafeteria to ensure they stayed in their designated areas.
  • Enforced appropriate behavior expectations during lunch period.
  • Assisted with meal distribution and cleanup duties as needed.
  • Greeted students, faculty, and staff members entering the cafeteria area.
  • Performed basic cleaning tasks such as wiping tables and sweeping floors after meals were served.
  • Displayed good customer service skills when interacting with students, faculty, and staff members.
  • Supported the kitchen staff by refilling condiments on the serving line as needed.
  • Alerted supervisors of potential safety hazards within the cafeteria area.
  • Patrolled cafeteria throughout lunch periods to check for spills and help students.

Bus Monitor

Durham School Bus Services
Albany, NY
06.2010 - 01.2011
  • Monitored bus routes to ensure safe and timely transportation of passengers.
  • Enforced safety regulations by reminding passengers to remain seated and keep noise levels down.
  • Managed difficult situations between passengers in a calm and professional manner while maintaining order on the bus.
  • Reported any serious incidents or damages immediately to the appropriate authorities for investigation.
  • Assist with students loading and unloading & seating arrangements

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Toileting assistance
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Transporting patients
  • Patient Lifting
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Preparing meals
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Helping with medication
  • Appointment confirmation
  • Customer Service
  • Office supplies ordering
  • Email and telephone decorum
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Listening Skills
  • Scheduling

Additional Information

  • 30

Certification

  • CNA
  • PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CNA

Eddie Heritage House
11.2022 - Current

PCA

Accu Care Home Health Services
11.2021 - 05.2022

Medical Transportation Driver

Care 4 You Medical Transportation
04.2021 - 02.2022

CNA

The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing Home
05.2020 - 11.2022

PCA

Visiting Angels Home Care
10.2019 - 02.2022

PCA

Living Resources
08.2017 - 10.2019

Resident Assistant

Teresian House
06.2017 - 10.2021

Lunch Monitor/Food Service Worker

Albany School District
09.2010 - 06.2017

Bus Monitor

Durham School Bus Services
06.2010 - 01.2011
RAKIEMA RICHARDSON