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Tawanda Francis

Hempstead,New York

Summary

A detail oriented mindset and dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical setting. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

Northwell Health
05.2023 - 09.2025
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

Direct Support Personal

Epic Long Island
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Give medication. Document daily vitals. Cook daily meals. Assist with showers. Documentation of shift report. Sit 1 to 1 with individuals if needed.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.

Certified Medication Aide

Finck and Associates
12.2018 - 08.2020
  • Gave medication. Documented daily vital signs. Documented Individuals daily activities. Drove clients to work and other outings.

Certified Medication Aide

New Horizons Community Support
03.2017 - 10.2017
  • Gave medication and took vitals signs daily. Noted the residents daily activities.

Certified Medication Aide

The Arbors at Westbrook Terrace
02.2015 - 03.2016

Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.

Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.

Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.

Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Education

Current Student - Nursing

Queensborough Community College
05-2028

diploma - undefined

Uniondale High School
Uniondale, NY
06.2012

Skills

  • Specialized experience providing direct care to individuals
  • Understand mobility assistance needs
  • Excellent communication skills, particularly with regard to patient and patient needs
  • Good documentation skills
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient documentation
  • End-of-life care
  • Daily living assistance

Certification

  • June 2025 CPR/AED
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant (northwell)
  • June 2022 AMAP

Timeline

PCA

Northwell Health
05.2023 - 09.2025

Direct Support Personal

Epic Long Island
06.2022 - 05.2023

Certified Medication Aide

Finck and Associates
12.2018 - 08.2020

Certified Medication Aide

New Horizons Community Support
03.2017 - 10.2017

Certified Medication Aide

The Arbors at Westbrook Terrace
02.2015 - 03.2016

diploma - undefined

Uniondale High School

Current Student - Nursing

Queensborough Community College
Tawanda Francis