Senika Gallimore-James
Schenectady
Summary
A hardworking and reliable individual focused on going above and beyond to support the team. Trained in care taking and offering top-notch communication skills. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as a professional. Works well independently to handle assignments and always ready to go beyond basics assignments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detox Technician
Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Administered detoxification protocols in accordance with clinical guidelines and patient needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of detox facility to promote a safe environment.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate care and support during detoxification process.
- Increased patient satisfaction by responding promptly to concerns or requests for assistance during detoxification process.
- Ensured compliance with facility policies and procedures by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to all safety guidelines.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Charted on each patient daily.
Direct support person(dsp)
Salvation Army
06.2019 - 2021
- Collaborated well with team members to carry out daily assignments and achieve team targets.
- Filed records to keep system efficient and information organized.
- Met targets consistently by working hard and with strong attention to detail.
- Ordered, organized, and rotated supplies.
Recreational leader
Highfield garden care center
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Responded to emergencies with basic wound care and other first aid treatments.
- Developed proactive treatment goals and recreational plans based on a skilled assessment of each patient.
- Protected participants by maintaining discipline and teaching every person about proper safety techniques.
- Maintained accurate and current forms and schedules outlining information such as class times and the activities of individual participants.
- Kept recreational facilities clean, organized and ready for use.
- Reached out to the community to promote recreational events and bring in new participants.
CNA
Dry harbor
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Observed condition of patients by examining, including checking of existing conditions, such as open wounds or detecting blood in urine.
- Performed household chores to ensure cleanliness, safety, and livability.
- Crafted activities enjoyed by residents, with creative programs, including game nights, concerts, card games, makeover sessions, and physical activities.
- Communicated with physicians, nurses, and other caregivers to exchange information about patient conditions, treatment plans, and activities.
- Performed light housekeeping, including cleaning patient rooms and changing sheets on beds.
- Supported patients with daily activities and attending to personal hygiene, transporting patients, and assisting them in walking and exercising.
- Encouraged social interaction of clients and participated in activities that encouraged reading, games, and activities.
- Assisted residents in managing daily living including lifting, bathing, and feeding support.
- Ensured complete documentation when entering data into the EMR system.
- Assisted the patient in day-to-day basic functions and prepared patient's meals according to meal plans.
- Monitored patient medications and encouraged them to take medications and nutritional supplements as prescribed.
- Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
- Maintained case notes to document resident progress and condition.
- Worked with patients to assure that they participated in exercises and therapeutic activities.
- Evaluated patient's medical condition on a daily basis; maintained records and files of patient's medical records and prescriptions.
- Collaborated with peers and medical teams to support resident care plans, working under RN's supervision.
HHA
Allen Health Care Services
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Followed all care plans and strictly adhered to doctor orders.
- Transported patients to and from doctor's appointments, errands, and other activities. Ensured patients' homes were safe, clean, and in optimal condition for mobility.
- Evaluated patient's medical condition on a daily basis; maintained records and files of patient's medical records and prescriptions.
- Assisted the patient in day-to-day basic functions and prepared patient's meals according to meal plans.
- Performed household chores to ensure cleanliness, safety, and livability.
- Ensured complete documentation when entering data into the EMR system.
- Maintained case notes to document resident progress and condition.
- Provided patients with emotional and social support.
- Prepared meals for patients, taking into account special food restrictions and diets.
- Encouraged social interaction of clients and participated in activities that encouraged reading, games, and activities.
- Wrote reports and documented patient conditions, vital signs, and medication intake.
- Maintained the confidentiality of patients' records.
Education
Certified Nursing assistant - Nursing
Fordham institute
Queens, NY08.2017
Associate of Arts - Business
Queens College of the City University of New York
Flushing, NY06.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Benjamin N Cardozo High School
Bayside, NY06.2012
Skills
- Support emotional needs
- Emotional support
- Verbal communication
- Documentation
- Community outreach
- File updating
- Supply management
- Policy enforcement
- Support residents
- Support communications
- Vehicle operation
- Multitasking
- Documentation management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
Certification
-Certified Home Health aide
-Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Detox Technician
Cornerstone of Medical Arts Center
06.2022 - 08.2024
Direct support person(dsp)
Salvation Army
06.2019 - 2021
Recreational leader
Highfield garden care center
10.2018 - 06.2019
CNA
Dry harbor
03.2016 - 08.2017
HHA
Allen Health Care Services
03.2014 - 07.2017
Certified Nursing assistant - Nursing
Fordham institute
Associate of Arts - Business
Queens College of the City University of New York
High School Diploma - undefined
Benjamin N Cardozo High School