Taina Pombo
New York,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Special Touch
New York
01.2019 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Helped in Boriqua College
Family Members
New York
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Organization of Events
KIPP NYC College Prep
New York, NY
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed systems-based approach to establish successful completion of event tasks.
- Scheduled and organized catering, transportation and staffing to manage event logistics.
- Utilized project management skills to meet event deadlines and complete requirements.
- Increased participant engagement with interactive sessions and workshops.
- Developed and enforced event timelines, ensuring all milestones were met on schedule.
- Utilized social media platforms to promote events, significantly increasing online engagement.
- Handled attendee inquiries and concerns with professionalism, maintaining positive event atmosphere.
- Created detailed event reports, highlighting successes and learning points for future projects.
- Helped clients to maintain independence and quality of life.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
- Monitored and reported any changes in clients' physical and mental health.
- Encouraged clients to take part in activities tailored to individual needs.
Animal Sitting
Family Friends And Neighbors
New York, NY
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Provided personalized care for each pet, catering to individual needs and preferences.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, contacting veterinarians or pet owners as appropriate to ensure prompt attention to any issues that arose.
- Nurtured strong bonds with animals under my care, creating a sense of security for both the pets and their owners during times of separation.
- Ensured animal safety by providing attentive supervision during playtime and walks.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environments for pets by performing regular cleaning tasks such as litter box maintenance and waste removal.
- Supported clients in addressing behavioral issues by offering advice on training methods or referring them to qualified professionals when needed.
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
Babysitting
Family Friends And Neighbors
New York, NY
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.
- Developed strong rapport with families, leading to numerous referrals for additional babysitting opportunities.
- Kept detailed records of each babysitting session including hours worked, activities completed, and any pertinent notes for parents.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by providing consistent and reliable babysitting services for date nights.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces throughout duration of babysitting responsibilities.
- Adapted to various family dynamics and preferences, ensuring a seamless babysitting experience tailored to each individual household''s needs.
Education
Kipp NYC College Prep
New York, NY08.2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Care plan management
- Emotional support
- Elder care
- Dementia care
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Emotional intelligence
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Creativity
- Self motivation
- Active listening
- Leadership
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Responsibility
- Child Care
- Cleaning
- Cooking
Timeline
Helped in Boriqua College
Family Members
07.2024 - 09.2024
Organization of Events
KIPP NYC College Prep
10.2023 - 04.2024
Animal Sitting
Family Friends And Neighbors
07.2022 - 10.2022
Babysitting
Family Friends And Neighbors
06.2020 - 09.2021
Home Health Aide
Special Touch
01.2019 - Current
Kipp NYC College Prep