Temeca Short
Springfield
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Baystate Hospital, excelling in patient care and documentation. Proven ability to enhance service delivery through effective communication and relationship building. Skilled in utilizing medical equipment and maintaining OSHA compliance, while consistently delivering compassionate care under pressure.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Tech
Department of Children & Families
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Learned safety protocols and proper handling of tools and materials.
- Supported senior technicians in diagnosing issues and implementing solutions.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with organizational policies.
- Supported case managers in developing individualized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Transported children and families as directed by child welfare worker or visitation coordinator.
- Assisted social workers in developing comprehensive care plans for clients, improving their quality of life.
- Assisted in crisis intervention situations, providing immediate support and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Supported social workers in case management tasks, streamlining processes and increasing efficiency.
- Protected clients' health information with strict protocols focused on controlling access to confidential information.
- Monitored client progress through regular check-ins and updates with supervising social workers.
- Supported program leadership in handling day-to-day management needs of busy office.
Direct Care Worker
Guidewire
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided compassionate care to individuals with disabilities, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and care interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct care and client interaction.
- Facilitated recreational activities to support social engagement and emotional health.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to appropriate medical personnel.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Facilitated recreational activities for patients that promoted socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge within the direct care field through regular training sessions and workshops to ensure optimal care for each patient.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, adhering to medication schedules and physician instructions.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Reduced instances of patient injury through vigilant monitoring and timely intervention in high-risk situations.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, promoting open communication lines for better understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated closely with other direct care workers in coordinating seamless shift transitions pertaining to ongoing care requirements.
- Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to support patients in achieving their highest level of functioning and independence.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Educated patients on self-care practices with the goal of increasing independence levels where appropriate.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams in designing and implementing personalized care plans, maximizing patient outcomes.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided transportation services for patients'' appointments with healthcare providers or community-based events as needed.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient health status, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Hoyer Lifts
- Colostomy bags
Case Manager
United Arc
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Coordinated client intake assessments to identify needs and develop individualized service plans.
- Facilitated regular case reviews to ensure compliance with client goals and service delivery standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective interventions for diverse client populations.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care plans based on evolving needs and feedback.
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Skills
- Documentation
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and equipment to meet safety standards.
- Supported the nursing team with administrative tasks, including documentation and scheduling.
- Supported nursing team with administrative tasks, including documentation and scheduling.
- Educated patients on health management practices, enhancing their understanding of care plans.
- Trained new staff on procedures, protocols, and use of medical equipment.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient care efficiency within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
Education
Nursing
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Putnam High School
Springfield, MA06-2010
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Customer interaction
- Heavy lifting
- Deadline oriented
- OSHA compliance
- Team Training
- Relationship building
- Safety Equipment
- Performance improvement
Accomplishments
- Led a team of operators to set the average fastest operation time and quality yield from start to finish.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
- Achieved CNA by completing Nursing with accuracy and efficiency.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Licensed CNA - Still Active
- Med Certified Training - Still Active
- CPR -Still Active
- First Aid - Still Active
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
CNA
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential hands-on care and support to patients in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other healthcare settings. CNAs work under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs), helping patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, and mobility. They also take and record vital signs, observe patient conditions, and report any health changes to the nursing staff. CNAs play a critical role in ensuring patients’ comfort, dignity, and safety, while also providing emotional support and companionship. This position requires strong communication skills, patience, compassion, and attention to detail. CNAs are often the primary caregivers who spend the most time with patients, making them vital members of the healthcare team.
Timeline
Social Work Tech
Department of Children & Families
02.2023 - Current
Case Manager
United Arc
04.2021 - 02.2023
Direct Care Worker
Guidewire
01.2021 - 05.2023
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2021
Nursing
Springfield Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Putnam High School
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