Samantha De Matteo
Philadelphia
Summary
Diligent caregiver with background in providing compassionate care to individuals. Known for fostering supportive environment and assisting with daily living activities to enhance client well-being. Demonstrated ability to manage medication schedules and maintain open communication with medical professionals and families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver/Med Tech
Belmont Village Senior Living
09.2018 - 03.2025
- Assisted with dressing guidance & grooming.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Participated in & ran dementia training to all staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Med Tech
Olivenhein Guest Home
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
Wellness Coordinator
The Joint Chiropractic
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Facilitated open communication channels within the organization regarding wellness goals and progress updates, maintaining transparency and accountability among all stakeholders involved in the process.
- Managed health fair activities to expose customers to health and wellness businesses.
- Implemented stress management techniques into daily routines, teaching employees effective coping strategies for work-related pressures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ss. John Neumann-Maria Goretti Hight School
Philadelphia, PA05-2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient mobility support
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Nutritional monitoring
- Emotional support
- Care plan development
- Dementia training
- Compassionate care
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Med Tech
Olivenhein Guest Home
02.2019 - 04.2020
Caregiver/Med Tech
Belmont Village Senior Living
09.2018 - 03.2025
Wellness Coordinator
The Joint Chiropractic
06.2016 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Ss. John Neumann-Maria Goretti Hight School
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