Stephanie Ramirez
CNA
Mastic,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Independent Support Services
Monticello, New York
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Personal Care Assistant
Woodhaven Adult home
Port Jefferson, New York
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Made beds and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Caregiver
Direct assistance supports
Chester, NY
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair.
Care Assistant
Horizon Home Health
Monsey, New York
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Helped maintain a safe & clean environment for client
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a licensed therapist
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
Special Needs Bus Aide
Durham District School Board
Yaphank, New York
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Reported any incidents or accidents involving passengers immediately upon arrival.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding student transportation needs.
- Utilized data collection methods such as Functional Behavior Assessments.
- Assisted in the development of behavior intervention plans for students with special needs.
- Communicated regularly with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals regarding student progress.
WestHampton
CNA
Westhampton, New York
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Education
Nurse Assisting - Patient Care
Long Island School of Healthcare Careers
Deer Park, NY09-2024
High School Diploma -
Job Corps Cassadaga, New York
Cassadaga, NY10-2015
Skills
- Care Delivery
- Direct Patient Care
- Behavioral Management
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Toileting assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassion and Empathy
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Monitoring fluids
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting specimens
- Performing patient intakes
- Meal Planning
- General housekeeping ability
- Seizure Management
- First-aid and CPR
- Social Skills Development
- Caring Companionship
- Safety Compliance
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Independent Support Services
04.2024 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Woodhaven Adult home
11.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Direct assistance supports
08.2023 - 11.2023
Care Assistant
Horizon Home Health
08.2023 - 10.2023
Special Needs Bus Aide
Durham District School Board
09.2020 - 08.2022
WestHampton
CNA
12.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Job Corps Cassadaga, New York
Nurse Assisting - Patient Care
Long Island School of Healthcare Careers