Shirna Smith- Robinson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with 16 years of experience assisting in home environments for physically disabled clients of varying capacities. Skilled at closely monitoring vital signs, assisting with feeding, bathing and grooming, positioning and range of motion exercises as well as providing emotional support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Anchor Health Homecare Services
Brooklyn, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
Home Health Aide
Life Worx
Manhattan, NY
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Home Health Aide
The Avondale Care Group LLC
Manhattan, NY
12.2008 - 03.2020
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
Nursing Assistant/ Aide
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy ( Certificate)
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY01-2012
Some College (No Degree) - EKG Technician (Certificate)
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY01-2012
Certification - Nursing Assistant/ Aide
Kareful And Karefree Training School Inc.
Brooklyn, NY01-2010
GED -
University of The State of New York
New York, NY07-2009
Certification - Home Health Care
FOB School of Health Careers
Brooklyn, NY11-2008
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Behavioral Support
- Feeding Assistance
- Toileting Assistance
- Patient Care
Home Health Aide Registry Number
- # 200388
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Anchor Health Homecare Services
11.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Life Worx
09.2021 - 01.2022
Nursing Assistant/ Aide
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
09.2010 - 07.2011
Home Health Aide
The Avondale Care Group LLC
12.2008 - 03.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy ( Certificate)
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Some College (No Degree) - EKG Technician (Certificate)
Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Certification - Nursing Assistant/ Aide
Kareful And Karefree Training School Inc.
GED -
University of The State of New York
Certification - Home Health Care
FOB School of Health Careers
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