Stacy Ann Natalie Mcnish
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion.
Compassionate professional accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Harbor Multicare Center
Bronx, NY
03.2025 - Current
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeWorx
Chappaqua, New York
03.2025 - Current
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Home Health Caregiver
Addie Kawalek
New York, New York
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Provided companionship services including reading aloud, playing games or engaging in conversation with clients.
- Assisted with range-of-motion exercises designed to increase flexibility and strength of assigned patients.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations when necessary.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed dietary needs and monitored food intake of assigned patients.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Home Health Aide
Constanza Boster
New York, New York
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Maintained records of client progress, including weights used, reps performed.
- Monitored and encouraged clients during workouts.
- Assisted with the setup of exercise equipment for clients.
- Educated clients on nutrition, diet plans, lifestyle changes to support their goals.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' well-being.
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversation, playing games or reading books together.
Clinical Training
Enclave Food@ Rye
Port Chester, New York
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Supervised clinical training sessions conducted by graduate level psychology interns.
- Prepared reports summarizing results from evaluations administered at the conclusion of each course offered by the organization's Clinical Training Department.
- Offered guidance and support to interns during their clinical training experience.
- Assisted with clinical training of interns in a variety of massage modalities.
- Attended seminars, workshops, conferences and trainings related to clinical psychology topics.
- Assisted in training students or residents in the clinical setting.
Home Health Aide
Robert Corti
New York, NY
02.2022 - 11.2023
- 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 clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
Home Health Aide
Peter Ruof
New York , NY
05.2019 - 12.2021
- 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 clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Changed dressings and monitored wound healing progress.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Conducted range-of-motion exercises to maintain flexibility.
Home Health Caregiver
Margot Steinberg
New York, New York
09.2016 - 03.2019
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Encouraged independence among patients by helping them learn self-care skills that can be used independently without assistance from others.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided respite care services for family members who need relief from caring for their ill relative.
- Participated in team meetings regarding patient care planning and implementation activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking, transferring from bed to chair.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the client; changing bed linens, cleaning bathrooms, vacuuming carpets, washing dishes, laundry.
- Assisted with range-of-motion exercises designed to increase flexibility and strength of assigned patients.
Home Health Aide
Joan Frohman
New York, New York
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
Home Health Aide
Miriam Bienstock
New York
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Home Health Aide
Dr Sharon Golub
New York , New York
05.2011 - 06.2013
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Education
Certified EKG Technician - EKG
ABC Training Center
The Bronx, NY03-2024
Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
ABC Training Center
The Bronx, NY03-2024
Training Program - Certified Nursing Assistant
ABC Training Center
The Bronx, NY02-2024
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park School
Boston, MA06-2003
Skills
- Care Plan Management
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Personal hygiene
- Patient documentation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Indirect patient care
- Trustworthy companion
- Helping with medication
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Quick problem solver
- Range of motion exercises
- Recording vital signs
- Infection control
- Phlebotomy training
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Multitasking Abilities
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Empathy and understanding
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Restock shelves
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Meal Preparation
- Progress Documentation
- Client documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Schedule Management
- Feeding Assistance
- Housekeeping
- Toileting assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- First aid and safety
- Patient Care
- ADL support
- Compassionate client care
- Ambulation Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Behavior redirection
- Documentation
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Harbor Multicare Center
03.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
LifeWorx
03.2025 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
Addie Kawalek
06.2024 - 12.2024
Clinical Training
Enclave Food@ Rye
03.2024 - 03.2024
Home Health Aide
Constanza Boster
01.2023 - 04.2024
Home Health Aide
Robert Corti
02.2022 - 11.2023
Home Health Aide
Peter Ruof
05.2019 - 12.2021
Home Health Caregiver
Margot Steinberg
09.2016 - 03.2019
Home Health Aide
Miriam Bienstock
11.2014 - 03.2015
Home Health Aide
Joan Frohman
09.2013 - 06.2016
Home Health Aide
Dr Sharon Golub
05.2011 - 06.2013
Certified EKG Technician - EKG
ABC Training Center
Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
ABC Training Center
Training Program - Certified Nursing Assistant
ABC Training Center
High School Diploma -
Hyde Park School