Dedicated Nursing Assistant committed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.
Skills
Records Management
Grooming and bathing assistance
Medical terminology knowledge
Catheter change and preparation
Patient Care and Safety
Infection control procedures
Collecting specimens
Monitoring fluids
Patient relations
HIPAA
Collecting vital signs
Able to lift 100 pounds
General housekeeping ability
Performing patient intakes
Quick problem solver
Calm and level-headed under duress
Documentation procedures expert
Experience
Nursing Assistant, 01/2021 - Current Harbor Retirement Associates – Plainfield, IL,
Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Used mobility devices and many new age equipment to transport patients.
Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
Maintained sanitary conditions by providing immediate wound care and dressing changes.
Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Personal Care Assistant, 01/2020 - 12/2021 Tlc Home Care Of The Twin Cities – Saint Paul, MN,
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Personally gave prospective residents and families tours of memory care unit, answering questions about services and facility.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Scheduled recurring service appointments to provide client care as needed.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.
Resident Assistant, 01/2018 - 12/2019 Edgewood Centre – Portsmouth, NH,
Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Devised various programs for residents, including social, educational and recreational programs.
Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Responded and assisted to needs of 36 residents on wing.
Participated in meetings and training, including person and group development.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
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