Yimarie Castro
Haverhill,MA
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nonotuk Home Care
07.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Maria
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Personal Care Assistant
Northeast Arc
09.2009 - 08.2021
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Home Health Aide
Essy Home Care
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Essex Community College
Lawrence, MA11.2021
Skills
- Wound Care
- Responding to Emergencies
- Charting Expertise
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Medication Assistance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Medical Records Management
- Quality Assurance Controls
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nonotuk Home Care
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Casa Maria
12.2021 - 05.2022
Home Health Aide
Essy Home Care
05.2014 - 09.2015
Personal Care Assistant
Northeast Arc
09.2009 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Northern Essex Community College
Similar Profiles
France-Lise TranieFrance-Lise Tranie
Physical Therapist Assistant at Nurse Home Care/Community Home Health Services/Allegiance Home Health/Pinnacle/Preferred Home Care of Florida Home Health AgenciesPhysical Therapist Assistant at Nurse Home Care/Community Home Health Services/Allegiance Home Health/Pinnacle/Preferred Home Care of Florida Home Health Agencies
Rebecca DiarteRebecca Diarte
Caregiver at Becky Home Care,Bella Home Care, G&K Home Care,Caregiver at Becky Home Care,Bella Home Care, G&K Home Care,
Jeanayouse VixamaJeanayouse Vixama
PCA, CNA at Hamaspik Home Care and Attending Home CarePCA, CNA at Hamaspik Home Care and Attending Home Care
Tyler ScalleatTyler Scalleat
Bagger at Market BasketBagger at Market Basket
KENNETH SNAYKENNETH SNAY
Lifeguard at City Of MethuenLifeguard at City Of Methuen