Victoria Alcantara
New York,United States
Summary
Level-headed Healthcare professional dedicated to providing quality patient care, companionship and support. Remains calm and effective in difficult and stressful situations. Defuses stressful situations and manages behavioral needs with grace.
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certificated Nurse Aide
Artis Senior Living
New Jersey , NJ
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Work With Insigth
New Jersey , NJ
11.2016 - 11.2019
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Teacher's Assistant
New York State Department Of Education
New York, NY
12.2014 - 06.2017
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
05.2023
Certification - Patient Care Technician
08.2021
Certification - Certificate Home Health Aide
03.2021
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
05.2015
Skills
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Operating Plans Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Problem Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Detail-Oriented
- Medical terminology
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certificated Nurse Aide - Artis Senior Living
11.2019 - 12.2020
Certificated Substitute Teacher - Work With Insigth
11.2016 - 11.2019
Teacher's Assistant - New York State Department Of Education
12.2014 - 06.2017
Lehman College of The City University of New York - Bachelor of Science, Health Care Administration
ABC Training Center - Certification, Patient Care Technician
ABC Training Center - Certification, Certificate Home Health Aide
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York - Associate of Science, Early Childhood Special Education
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