Patient Sitter resume example with 4+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Professional Summary
Committed Healthcare professional offering 15 years of demonstrated success in patient care.Dedicated to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in patient care with passion for helping others. Experience in home health, nursing homes,hospital settings.I am not currently certified as a CNA in the state of south Carolina.
Skills
Patient care
Companionship and emotional support
Supporting personal needs
Inpatient care
Feeding assistance expert
Direct Patient Care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Recording vital signs
Outpatient care
Documenting behaviors
Work History
07/2019 to CurrentPatient SitterPacific Medical Centers | West Richland, WA,
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
Worked to alleviate isolation and loss of personal freedom in patients resulting from deteriorating physical and mental health.
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.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
06/2018 to 04/2019CaregiverGolden West Communities, Inc | Boulder, CO,
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, washing dishes and vacuuming.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Increased level of independence by providing daily undertakings that promote self-management by assisting consumers in their daily personal tasks including bathing and dressing.
Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications through Action and Action.
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
10/2014 to 04/2016Caregiver/ CnaAlways Best Care | Derwood, MD,
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Participated in Type fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Job titles informed of changes.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Education
Expected in 10/2013 | Cna Certification , Olympia, WA, GPA:
Expected in 05/1995High School Diploma | Lincoln High School , Vincennes, iN, GPA:
Expected in 01/1998Cna Certification | CNA Course, Vincennes, iN, GPA:
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