Care Attendant Resume Example Mercy Hospital

CARE ATTENDANT

Summary

I have several years of experience in helping people and caring for animals. Currently my job is a Care Attendant at Mercy Hospital. My duties include patient care and safety, and assisting the patient with basic needs. I also work as a pet sitter for animals. I have a great deal of experience in dealing with animals. My duties as a pet sitter include taking care of the animals daily needs and caring for them. My previous job was as a companion to an elderly woman whose daughter did not want her to be left alone. Prior to those jobs I worked as a personal assistant in an insurance company my duties included answering the phones, customer services and assisting as a secretary with the offices needs. I am enthusiastic, hard working, loyal and dedicated. I have a strong work ethic. Since it is my second semester of nursing school I have also completed two clinical rotations. One in a long term care facility and one in a hospital setting. Being a current student nurse, I feel with benefit me in this position.

Highlights

Efficient multi-tasker
Animal lover
Thorough
Strong work ethic
Diligent
Responsible and reliable
Computer-literate
Clear-headed under pressure
Dependable
Respectful
Enthusiastic caregiver
Mobility assistance
Strong medical ethic

Time management ability
Sensitive
Attentive listener
Empathetic
Excellent interpersonal skills
Patient-centered care
Superior organization skills
Able to work independently and as a member of a team
Ability to maintain accurate client records

Experience

Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh, PA Care Attendant 03/2015 to Current

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Facilitated health and healing by cultivating caring relationships
Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD
Monitored patients with acute conditions. and asthma. with patients.
Acted as a role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
Consistently adhere to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Kelli Weiser Sewickley, PA Pet Sitter 03/2014 to Current

Cared for animals with special medical needs, including diabetes.
Promoted skin and coat health through regular grooming.
Prioritized animal safety and comfort at all times.
Talked to animals to soothe them and familiarize them with the human voice.
Fed and cared for 7 cats while their owners were traveling.
Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with their animals through regular contact.
Fed and watered 4 animals each day.
Fed animals twice daily and made sure they had access to fresh water at all times.

Emily Schoppa Sewickley, PA Personal Assistant 03/2010 to 02/2014

Traveled with the manager to take notes and dictation at meetings.
Maintained household inventory and maintenance schedules.
Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, email and faxes.
Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments.
Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed them as appropriate.
Coordinated overnight travel arrangements and accommodations.
Created presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
Ran errands, including grocery shopping and picking up dry cleaning.
Handled all aspects of vehicle maintenance.
Cared for the family's dogs, including feeding and walking them several times per day.
Typed documents, updated websites and compiled information for meetings.

Sharon Peterson Bridgevile, PA Caregiver 03/2005 to 05/2011

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.
Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of patient.
Escorted patient to examination rooms and prepared her for physician exams.
Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
Scheduled doctor, dentist and haircut appointments.
Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus.
Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets.
Facilitated ADLs and assisted patient with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Instructed patients in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment.
Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care.
Provided the highest quality of care to patient and their family.
Maintained organized documentation and patient files.

Katy Cummings Bethel Park, PA Nanny 01/2000 to 03/2005

Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
Engaged in after-school activities including sport practice and homework.
Closely monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children.
Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships with them.

Walmart Pittsburgh, PA Cashier 02/1998 to 07/2000

Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs.
Helped customers with questions, problems and complaints in person and via telephone.
Verified that all customers received receipts for purchases.
Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays.
Demonstrated use and care of merchandise.

Education

Associate of Science: Nursing Community College, Allegheny Beatty, PA. Nursing I am currently in my second semester of nursing school at Boyce Campus. I have completed two clinical rotations as well.

High School Diploma 1996 Bethel Park Senior High School, Bethel Park, Pa.

Skills

Patient-focused care
Compassionate and trustworthy caregiver
Excellent interpersonal skills
Time management
Detail-oriented
Effectively interacts with patients and families.
Medical terminology
Preparation of healthy meals and snacks
Charting and record keeping
Valid PA driver's license
Professional and friendly
Careful and active listener
Multi-tasking

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