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CAREGIVER
Summary

Meticulous Student Nurse dedicated to contributing value to patient-focused team. Commended for superior performance in all academic and clinical units. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to foster seamless care delivery.

Positive and upbeat healthcare team member trained in nursing fundamentals, medical terminology and anatomy. Able to multitask in fast-paced environments and provide emergency response in a level-headed manner. Highly organized and efficient with a service-oriented approach.

Successful at gathering vital signs information, monitoring patients and maintaining electronic charts with speed and accuracy. Dedicated to providing exceptional patient support and looking to advance understanding about treatment protocols for wide range of acute and chronic conditions.

Skills
  • [Software] charting
  • Medication and dosage
  • Patient evaluation
  • Care plan implementation
  • Lab testing protocols
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Catheter monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Personalized patient assistance
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Bandage care
  • Grooming support
  • Working knowledge of medical equipment
  • Electronic charting
  • Health and wellness education
  • Professional development strategies
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Diabetes management
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Medication administration expert
  • Care planning
  • Ventilator care
  • Computerized charting specialist
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intake and discharge
  • Unit administration
  • Triaging patient concerns
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Diagnostic tools experience
Experience
Caregiver | 08/2016 to CurrentHomecare Assistance Of Dallas - Dallas, TX
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
  • Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.
  • Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client.
  • Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Provided basic care for elderly patient, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters.
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Student Nurse | 10/2018 to 10/2019Prestonhood Rehabilitation And Senior Living - Plano, TX
  • Observed patient care and assessed feedback to ensure ongoing quality care.
  • Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
  • Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs and bandages.
  • Built rapport with patients' family members and support system.
  • Administered oral, intramuscular and and documented any adverse effects.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Operated under the direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities for learning new skills.
  • Delivered meals and snacks, helped patients feed themselves and documented intake for medical records.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Visited each patient at the start of the shift to make an introduction, ask about requirements and provide assistance.
  • Initiated standard medical care, including vital sign monitoring and medication administration.
Caregiver | 11/2017 to 11/2018Silverado Memory Care - Dallas, TX
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat.
  • Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.
  • Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
  • Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans.
  • Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
  • Provided basic care for elderly patient, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters.
  • Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements.
  • Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet client dietary requirements such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Oversaw and planned resident schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
  • Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
  • Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
  • Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene tasks by providing bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education and Training
Dallas Nursing Institute - - Dallas,TX | | Some College (No Degree)Licensed Vocational Nursing
Richland College - - Dallas,TX | | Associate of Science08/2016
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Homecare Assistance Of Dallas
  • Prestonhood Rehabilitation And Senior Living
  • Silverado Memory Care

School Attended

  • Dallas Nursing Institute
  • Richland College

Job Titles Held:

  • Caregiver
  • Student Nurse

Degrees

  • Dallas Nursing Institute - Dallas , TX | Some College (No Degree)
    Richland College - Dallas , TX | Associate of Science

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