Stephanie Ohikuare
Staten Island,NY
Summary
People-focused professional with over 10 years of experience in fast-paced healthcare environments and a Bachelor degree in Psychology. Strong transferable background in relationship building, communication, information gathering, documentation, confidentiality, problem-solving, teamwork, and working with diverse populations. Experienced in establishing trust, identifying individual needs, coordinating across departments, managing competing priorities, and adapting quickly to changing environments. Seeking to transition into a Talent Acquisition specialist role where strong interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and understanding of people can support candidate engagement, recruitment coordination, and employee success.
Overview
14
14
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Staten Island University Hosptial
Staten Island, New York
05.2020 - Current
- Built positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare professionals through effective communication and compassionate service, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Complete phlebotomy, specimen collection, EKGs, vital signs, and other patient-care responsibilities while managing multiple priorities.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, physicians, laboratory personnel, and other departments to coordinate patient needs and support efficient daily operations.
- Communicated important information to team members and followed up to address patient needs, ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient documentation while following established procedures and organizational standards.
- Collect and document information accurately, demonstrating strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and high-volume situations while maintaining professionalism and quality service, supporting efficient patient care delivery.
- Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills when responding to changing patient and workplace needs.
- Perform responsibilities requiring confidentiality, professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Richmond University medical Center
Staten Island, New York
06.2013 - 11.2019
- Worked across multiple departments, adapting quickly to different teams, workflows, and patient populations.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Built rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds while providing professional and compassionate service.
- Coordinated patient transportation to testing, scans, and X-rays, requiring strong organization and communication.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vital signs and intake/output.
- Prioritized multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Supported patients with varying physical and emotional needs while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure patient safety and continuity of care.
Direct Support Professional
Person Centered Care Services
Staten Island, NY
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed supportive relationships with individuals while encouraging independence, communication, and participation in the community.
- Assessed individual needs and provided appropriate support based on established plans and goals.
- Communicated effectively with individuals, families, and team members.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Maintained professionalism while working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with varying needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clove Lakes Nursing Home
Staten Island, NY
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Established trusting relationships with residents through consistent communication, compassion, and individualized support.
- Promoted resident safety, dignity, and rights while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Worked closely with residents and healthcare staff to identify and communicate individual needs.
- Followed established care plans and procedures while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Managed multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment while providing dependable and compassionate
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY 01.2011 - 12.2024
Skills
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Electronic Documentation
- Documentation & Records Management
- Organization & Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Adaptability
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Staten Island University Hosptial
05.2020 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Person Centered Care Services
02.2017 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Richmond University medical Center
06.2013 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clove Lakes Nursing Home
02.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Staten Island
01.2011 - 12.2024