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Overview
Work History
Education
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Vanessa George

Hempstead,NY

Summary

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Assistant

Anchor Home Health
Brooklyn, NY
12.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
  • Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
  • Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
  • Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.
  • Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.

PCA

Northwell Health System
Manhasset, NY
04.2021 - 10.2022
  • Helped patients' feel independent and dignified by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
  • Completed frequent cleaning and sanitizing to maintain healthy environment for patients.
  • Transported patients between facility rooms and helped move individuals between mobile equipment and beds.
  • Responded to patient emergencies and physically stressful situations to restore calm or administer treatments.
  • Supported treatment goals by helping clients with prescribed medication, exercises and ambulations.
  • Assisted nursing staff with diverse care needs of all types of patients.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Assisted and supported physicians performing procedures.

Environmental Services Housekeeper

Northwell Health System
Manhasset, NY
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
  • Disinfected public areas frequently and provided spot cleaning to maintain clean, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Kept trash cans empty by removing regularly from rooms, bathrooms and hallways.
  • Maintained floors with regular sweeping, mopping and vacuuming.
  • Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
  • Reviewed daily schedules to plan out cleaning routines and gather needed supplies.
  • Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
  • Dusted, swept and mopped to maintain clean, safe environment for clients.
  • Responded quickly to calls for spills and other potentially dangerous situations.
  • Monitored supply levels of cleaning supplies and placed orders when necessary.
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide extreme comfort for guests.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
  • Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Caregiver

Family
Windsor Locks, CT
01.2008 - 10.2012
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Directed patients in passive and active ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Developed patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses.
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
  • Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, daily hygiene care and grooming.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
  • Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
  • Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
  • Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.
  • Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for clients.

Education

GED -

NH Dept of Education , Littleton, NH
10.2008

PCA - Healthcare

New Visions Career And Training Vocational Institu, Ozone Park, NY
04.2021

Skills

  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Claims processing
  • Healthcare operations
  • Organizational standards
  • Risk management
  • Clinical training
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Feeding assistance specialist
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Patient positioning understanding
  • Infection control standards
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Medical device products and services
  • Healthcare expertise
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Emergency procedures
  • Vitals assessments
  • Patient lifting
  • Specimen collection
  • Emergency protocols
  • Testing and Diagnostics
  • Team building
  • People skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Organizational skills
  • Data management
  • Organization
  • Active listening
  • Decision-making
  • Work ethic
  • Team management
  • Working collaboratively
  • Planning
  • Clerical
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Patient Care Assistant - Anchor Home Health
12.2021 - Current
PCA - Northwell Health System
04.2021 - 10.2022
Environmental Services Housekeeper - Northwell Health System
05.2020 - 04.2021
Caregiver - Family
01.2008 - 10.2012
NH Dept of Education - GED,
New Visions Career And Training Vocational Institu - PCA, Healthcare

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