Kimberly DeValerio
Philadelphia
Summary
Adept at fostering patient well-being and trust, my tenure at Home Instead honed my skills in HIPAA compliance and direct patient care. Leveraging strong communication and medication administration expertise, I consistently enhanced patient satisfaction and outcomes, evidencing my commitment to high-quality home healthcare and patient-centric service.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Nurse
Home Instead
07.2020 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
Direct Care Worker
Legacy
09.2019 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
- Educated patients on self-care practices with the goal of increasing independence levels where appropriate.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Private Nanny
Ms. Kabana Del Esqavaz
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
Childcare Assistant
Hopes Hearts Llc
06.2008 - 09.2015
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, songs, and interactive conversations with children.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
Education
Certification - Cosmetology
Levittown Beauty Academy
Falls, PA09.2009
Diploma - Academics
Center For Student Learning
Tullytown Pa06.2008
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Speech therapy assistance
- Occupational therapy assistance
- Patient monitoring
- Home care
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
- Pennsylvania Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Home Health Nurse
Home Instead
07.2020 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Legacy
09.2019 - 01.2022
Private Nanny
Ms. Kabana Del Esqavaz
09.2017 - 12.2020
Childcare Assistant
Hopes Hearts Llc
06.2008 - 09.2015
Certification - Cosmetology
Levittown Beauty Academy
Diploma - Academics
Center For Student Learning
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