Proficient and caring Nursing team member offering over eight years of patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Skills
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Infection control and aseptic procedures
Efficient and reliable team player
Charting ans clinical documentation
Basic knowledge of relevant nursing care, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
CPR/First Aid Certified
Skilled at multitasking
Effective oral, written, and reading communication skills
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep the Nurse informed of changes.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep the Nurse informed of changes.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds and wheelchair usage.
Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Placed and removed protective devices such as bedside rails and hand restraints to prevent patient injury during treatment.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Worked on regular basis with patients suffering from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, amputations, heart surgery, kidney failure, orthopedic surgery, respiratory failure, multi-trauma and general debility.
Performed tube feedings and Intermittent catheterization also maintained foley catheters.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cared for average of 10-13 patients per 12 hours in Long and Short term Nursing facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Cared dor clients with diagnosis such as Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy, alzheimer's and dementia.
Complied with company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Employed mobility devices and Mechanical equipment to lift patients to and from chairs and beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Certified Nursing Aide, 08/2012 - 04/2015 Addus Homecare Corporation – Rehoboth Beach, DE,
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services.
Monitored patients status and reported any identified abnormalities or changes to the Nurse.
Facilitated activities of daily living including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under Nursing supervision.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nursing stations.
Performed post mortem care
Education
: Certified Nursing Assistant, Expected in 08/2012 - Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College - Asheville, NC GPA:
My Nursing Aide Listing Number: 438743
Expiration Date: 10/31/2020
Original Test Date: 08/03/2012
: Nursing, Expected in - Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College - Asheville, NC GPA:
I plan on furthering my education at Central Piedmont Community College
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