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Sharon Clarke

HackensAlpune Ack,NJ

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Associates

Valley Hospital
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Patient Care Assistant

Ulster- Green ARC
09.1994 - 07.2000
  • Logged and filed classified documents.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Reassured patients by explaining medical practices and processes in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Coached patients and caregivers on treatment processes, hospital policies, medication hazards, specific diets and doctor advice.
  • Helped enhance unit operations by continuously delivering accurate, efficient care and maintaining performance objectives.

Home Health Care Aide

Hudson Valley Homecare
06.1994 - 07.2000
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL
05.2015

GED -

Paterson Adult Continuing Education
151 Ellison St Paterson, NJ 07505
09.1992 - 03.1993

Timeline

Patient Care Assistant

Ulster- Green ARC
09.1994 - 07.2000

Home Health Care Aide

Hudson Valley Homecare
06.1994 - 07.2000

GED -

Paterson Adult Continuing Education
09.1992 - 03.1993

Patient Care Associates

Valley Hospital

Associate Of Applied Science - Health Information Technology

DeVry University

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Learning is a process, and we never stop learning. No matter how old we are. We can obtained degrees , but experience in life is what count, and it goes along with good foundation and common sense.

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