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CARE AIDE
Summary
Compassionate Care Aide devoted to providing loving care to elderly and persons with disabilities and health limitations. Maintains orderly, calm environment for optimal comfort and safety. I have been a Nurses' Aide for over 5 years. During my previous job, I was taking care of a patient whom was in dialysis. I have been interested in working in a dialysis clinic. Looking for possible on-site training.
Skills
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Experience
Renown Health | Sparks , NVCare Aide09/2019 - 12/2019
- Led physical therapy activities such as ambulating and transferring to help patients regain range of motion, build muscle and heal injuries.
- Distributed snacks, reading material, drinks and linens to provide comfort.
- Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
- Played card games and assisted with puzzles and crafts, providing mental stimulation.
- Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress and changing health conditions.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom.
- Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
- Cleaned houses and living spaces, ran errands and cooked meals for over 2 elderly patients daily.
- Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing.
- Assisted patients with daily hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, dental care and grooming.
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
- Reminded clients to take medications and keep appointments.
- Created safe environment, preventing falls and accidents.
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
- Performed light cleaning duties, including dusting, vacuuming and washing dishes.
- Assisted patients with wound care, closely monitoring conditions and safety.
- Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
- Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens 1 times per 2 days to prevent spread of infection.
State Of Washington | Olympia , WACertified Nursing Assistant02/2018 - 12/2019
- Monitored and replenished medical supply inventory, facilitating optimal availability for patient care.
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Preserved patient dignity and minimized discomfort by carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering and bathing.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided nursing assistance to residents in 20-bed Long term/Skilled care facility.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
- Used mobility devices and transfer equipment to carefully and transport patients.
- Assisted patients with transferring from bed to wheelchair.
Renown Health | Reno , NVCare Aide06/2016 - 12/2017
- Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
- Observed and reported changes in clients' physical condition and behavior.
- Performed light cleaning duties, including dusting, vacuuming and washing dishes.
- Created safe environment, preventing falls and accidents.
- Established good rapport with clients and family members by being cheerful and efficient.
- Reminded clients to take medications and keep appointments.
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
Education and Training
Kecoughtan High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma06/2018
Gloucester High School | City, StateGED06/2017
Riverside College of Health Careers | City, StateSome College (No Degree) in Certified Nurse Aide
References
- Angela Oliver
Cell: 804-296-8612
- Michelle Thacker
Cell: 804-832-9754
- Kristin Wilson
Cell: 757-532-3333
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School Attended
- Kecoughtan High School
- Gloucester High School
- Riverside College of Health Careers
Job Titles Held:
- Care Aide
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Degrees
- High School Diploma
GED
Some College (No Degree) in Certified Nurse Aide
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