Gregory McCrea
Pottstown
Summary
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Genesis HealthCare, excelling in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Skilled in training staff on best practices, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, and promoting a safe, hygienic environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Genesis HealthCare
06.2012 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cook Supervisor
Genesis HealthCare
06.2012 - 02.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards and protocols.
- Coordinated meal preparation schedules to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Trained new cooks on cooking techniques, equipment use, and safety practices.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to maintain stock of food supplies.
- Developed menus that catered to dietary restrictions while ensuring nutritional balance.
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment by promoting open communication among staff members.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
High School Diploma - Culinary Arts
Pottstown Senior High School
Pottstown, PA06.2005
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Activity of daily living support
- Staff training and mentoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control practices
- Call light response management
- Team collaboration
- Time management in caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
Timeline
CNA
Genesis HealthCare
06.2012 - Current
Cook Supervisor
Genesis HealthCare
06.2012 - 02.2015
High School Diploma - Culinary Arts
Pottstown Senior High School