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Domenico C.

Domenico C.

$15.00 / hr

Hinsdale, IL

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About Domenico

I became a Caregiver because of love of helping people. I enjoy being a caregiver and have received several employee of the month awards while employed at Mount Sinai Hospital. I am a focused Caregiver with proven experience in a Hospital /Clinical/Home Care setting. Forward-thinking Educator with demonstrated success in training of new students, new employees, RSO, and staff on nuclear medicine procedures, radiation safety, and strict compliance with NRC. Quality leader with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with patients, physicians, staff, or other personnel. I am very proud of the following achievements: Reduced department downtime and enhanced efficiency with oversight of camera and equipment installation, testing and calibration. Conducted demonstrations on proper handling of Nuclear Medicine Procedures that are performed on geriatric, adolescent, pediatric, and neonatal patients to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency. Trained students to prepare them to pass the NMTCB and ARRT Board Exams and translated tests in various languages to reduced patient anxiety and provided impetus to pass exams. Ideal candidate with a wealth of experience in healthcare. Maintained accurate and complete patient and departmental records that ensured there were no citations from the State Inspector in a 10-year period. Certified as a Pharmacy Technician and experienced in the removal of Pleural fluids. Able to start Iv's and prepare pharmaceutical kits assuring sterility and using aseptic techniques. Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly caregiving and clinical setting. Hard working, honest, individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer. Transitioning to obtain a caregiver position at a private household utilizing qualifications and caregiving skills to provide the client the best conmfort and safety possible.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

    Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

    Skills & Expertise

    • ALS
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Arthritis
    • Blood Disorders
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • COPD
    • Dementia
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Home Health Care
    • Hospice Care
    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Orthopedic Care
    • Palliative Care
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Post Surgery Recovery
    • Renal and Urological Disorders
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Skin Disorders
    • Stroke
    • Tracheotomy / Ventilation
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    Experience & Education

    Private Caregiver

    May 2015 - Jan 2016
    Private Family, Elmhurst, IL
    * Provided individual grooming, hair, nails and oral care * Transferred client from bed to wheelchair ensuring safety * Monitored necessary vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration * Provided good skin care to avoid bed sores and also provided wound care when needed assuring aseptic measuresHandle * Maintained sanitation standards of the client's house * Managed medications intake ensuring correct dosage per physician order utilizing Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) skills * Maintained a specialized image and showed commitment to individual care * Assisted in transportation to medical facilities and physician's office * Prepared PleurX kits using aseptic techniques ensuring sterility and integrity,kit used for removal of pleural fluid * Handled emergency and unforeseen situations effectively using independent clinical experience
    May 2015 - Jan 2016

    Nuclear Medicine Technologist

    May 2004 - Jan 2016
    Mt Sinai Hospital, Chicago, IL
    Technical Leader and Subject Matter Expert within the Nuclear Medicine Department, accountable for enauring quality control and optimal functionality of all departmental systems and equipment. * Completed patient assessments, charting and direct patient care * Administered radio-pharmaceuticals to patients; monitored characteristics or organs where drugs became localized * Facilitated the maintenance of patient radionuclide records, explanation of test procedures as well as RRx prep, dosage, injection and proper disposal * Verified and maintained strict compliance with radiation safety and patient care standards. Ensured patient privacy * Interfaced frequently with physicians;developed medical studies for utilization in training curricula * Attended numerous cardiovascular symposia to enhance skills used in the care of cardiac patients
    May 2004 - Jan 2016

    College of Dupage

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
    Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

    Triton Collecge

    Oct 2002 - May 2004
    Oct 2002 - May 2004

    DeVry University

    Apr 1992 - May 1994
    Apr 1992 - May 1994
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