Yalitza Maldonado
New Britain,CT
Summary
Hard working PCA. Worked with hospice clients as well as elderly ; Skills to maintain patience during difficult times with a client passing away CPR/ABA license .I have the ability to work with mental health/dementia clients
Hardworking Environmental Service Housekeeper with strong record of quality, efficient work. Achieves daily cleaning targets by using good planning and prioritization skills. Jumps in quickly to handle messes, disinfect rooms and complete special cleaning projects. Working with personal belongings and washing residents personal belongings
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laundry/Environmental Services Housekeeper
West Hartford Health & Rehabilitation Center
West Hartford, Connecticut
04.2019 - 09.2024
- Stocked linen closets with fresh linens as needed.
- Emptied trash receptacles and disposed of waste materials properly.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies used throughout shift
- Wash residents personal clothes . Deliver items to correct resident / room
- Inspected all areas after completion of work to ensure that they were cleaned properly.
- Followed safety procedures when using chemical agents to clean surfaces or laundry detergents when washing linens and clothes.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding services provided by the department.
PCA
Polish Helping Hands
Unionville, Connecticut
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
- Performed vital signs monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Work with dementia/ mental health issues clients
- Work 24/7shifts( living )
Education
Social Service - Social Service Assistant
Hartford Capital Community College
Hartford, CT12-2016
GED -
Hartford Board of ED
Hartford 04-2015
Skills
- Ability to understand mental health people
- Ability to stay focus on a task
- Ability to resolve unexpected situations
- Ability to deal with death worked with hospice clients
- Ability to work with dementia clients
- Room preparation
- Residential cleaning
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Laundry services
- Infection control
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Workplace safety compliance
Timeline
PCA
Polish Helping Hands
04.2021 - 07.2024
Laundry/Environmental Services Housekeeper
West Hartford Health & Rehabilitation Center
04.2019 - 09.2024
Social Service - Social Service Assistant
Hartford Capital Community College
GED -
Hartford Board of ED