Shanna LaCaille
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
To obtain a position that would allow me to enhance my previous work experiences and utilize them to my fullest potential. Hardworking and bringing proven compassionate direct support experience developed during my healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs. Caring Patient Care Aide with attention to detail and great compassion. Assists nurses and carries out assigned care work with energy and enthusiasm for helping patients and always ready to learn new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA Certified
Hamaspik
Bronx, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Light cleaning, cooking, assisting patients with personal care needs
- Remind/Assist patients when taking their medications, accompany patients to all medical appointments.
C.F.S
Bronx, NY.
01.2019 - Current
- Assisting patients with showers/dressing, medications and community outings/traveling, cook
- Scip training, taking management duties
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
Brooklyn, NY
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Homework help, some tutoring, taking children to the library and other places in the community
- Provided snacks and light meals.0-SCHOOL AGED
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 0 to 12.
- Instructed children in eating, resting and restroom habits.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 0 to school aged.
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Maintained safe play environment.
Direct Support Professional
A.H.R.C
New York, NY
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Patient safety & supervision
- Shopping, personal care, light cleaning and other tasks
- Accompanying patients to all medical appointments.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Homemaker
- 01.2003
Education
01.2002
01.1998
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Clinical Training
- Observation Documentation
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Needs Determination
- Linen Replacements
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Caregiver Relations
- Care Monitoring
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Patient Care Quality
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Medication Administration
- Vitals Monitoring
- Meal Preparation
- ADL Support
Certification
MRDD Certification, HIV/AIDS Risk Reduction Educator, Residential Staffing Aide, CPR/ First Aid Certified
References
References Upon Request
Timeline
PCA Certified
Hamaspik
01.2020 - Current
C.F.S
01.2019 - Current
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
01.2005 - 01.2011
Direct Support Professional
A.H.R.C
01.2003 - 01.2004
Homemaker
- 01.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
Boys And Girls High School
MRDD Certification, HIV/AIDS Risk Reduction Educator, Residential Staffing Aide, CPR/ First Aid Certified
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