patient care associate resume example with 17+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
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Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Associate accustomed 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
General housekeeping ability
Quick problem solver
Responsible
Experience
Patient Care Associate, 04/2012 to Current St. Jude Children's Research Hospital – Memphis, TN,
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
Routinely checked and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores and guarantee patient safety.
Assisted physicians and nurses with basic wound care by preparing slings, stockings and bandages.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Treated patients, families, visitors, staff and others professionally, resulting in creation of several lasting relationships.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes.
Used mobility devices equipment to carefully and transport patients.
Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.
Patient Assistant, 07/2009 to 04/2012 Helia Healthcare – Saint Louis, MO,
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment.
Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Patient Attendant, 01/2002 to 01/2004 Amita Health – Joliet, IL,
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/1997 to 07/2000 Valley Health – Berkeley Springs, WV,
Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times.
Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
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.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Education and Training
GED: , Expected in 01/2009 to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Gulfport, MS, GPA:
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