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PCA
Summary

Friendly professional commended as physically strong, patient individual with calm demeanor. In-depth understanding of medical terminology, medical tools and equipment operations, including safe patient handling techniques and proper body mechanics. Committed to providing top-notch care to patients in need of a broad spectrum of needs and diagnosis. Eager and always wiling to learn and strong drive to collaborate with others to make a safe and successful environment for the patients as well as fellow staff members.

Skills
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Intake and discharge
  • Wound care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Familiar with computerized charting.
  • Diabetes management
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Laproscopic procedures familiarity
  • Wound cleaning and sterile technique procedures.
  • Administration of medication including, knowledgeable cross referencing with drug interactions and incompatibility.
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Familiar with many diagnostic strategies.
  • Willing to assist with ADLs, toileting, and basic needs of the patient.
  • Willing to work collaboratively with others to manage a safe and health environment for all the patients and nurses staffed during a shift.
  • Willing to pick up extra shifts when needed.
  • Physically and mentally able to take on the most complicated of patient cases.
  • Ability to calmly de-escalate difficult situations.
Experience
Company NameCity, StatePCA05/2019 to Current
  • Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom, using proper safety precaution techniques.
  • Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, and properly reported on to shifts following changes in the patients status.
  • Provided emotional, physical, and spiritual support to patients but promoting a soothing environment and redirecting the patients towards positivity.
  • Assisted patients with personal needs from such as bathing and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with ADLs and cares with the utmost dignity.
  • Assisted patients with safe ambulation to promote strength restoration and prevent blood clot formation.
  • Reported concerns to nurses and supervisors to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
  • Eliminated errors through proper patient hand-offs.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Changed bed linens and straighten them to prevent patient skin breakdown.
  • Repositioned patients often to prevent skin breakdown and soreness due to immobilization.
Company NameCity, StateCNA01/2018 to 05/2019
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Attended to patients in high volume, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care. Working with the utmost efficience to be able to achieve tasks in a timely manner.
  • Assisted patients with toileting needs and hygiene needs while maintaining the utmost dignity.
  • Take vitals and report changes to nurses and supervisors.
  • Assisted with post-mortem cares.
  • Assisted families with concerns and the grieving process.
  • Assisted patients with meals and feeding.
  • Repositioned patients often and changed bedding to reduce skin break down and pain.
  • Provided patient with a comforting atmosphere.
  • Made patient feel like they were a part of a community and encouraged them to participate in activities when they are able.
  • Used mobility devices and equipment to safely transport and transfer patients.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Company NameCity, StateOffice Manager01/2007 to 07/2017
  • Conferred with business leaders to evaluate needs and strategize operational improvements to boost productivity.
  • Wrote professional business correspondence.
  • Improved operational efficiencies, managing work requests, new orders, pricing and changes while coordinating logistics to verify delivery dates.
  • Developed and administered department budgets.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction ratings by resolving client and case issues efficiently.
  • Interviewed, onboarded, developed and oversaw daily activities of clerical and administrative office personnel.
  • Handled all scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Automated office operations, managing client correspondence, payment scheduling, record tracking and data communications.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
  • Quoted and prepared proposals for business services such as construction bids and construction budget updates.
  • Coordinated office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
  • Supported project managers and project bidders with smooth and efficient clerical support.
  • Automated office operations, managing subcontractor correspondence, record tracking and data communications in database and case management software.
Education and Training
Registered Nurse AD:NursingExpected in 12/2020Rochester Community And Technical College, City, State
Some College (No Degree):Major Biology/ Minor ChemistryUniversity of Wisconsin - River Falls, City, State
Certifications

Basic Life Support

CPR

CNA License

Registered Nursing Grad. December of 2020.

Current Fourth Semester RCTC Nursing student

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Rochester Community And Technical College
  • University of Wisconsin - River Falls

Job Titles Held:

  • PCA
  • CNA
  • Office Manager

Degrees

  • Registered Nurse AD : Nursing Expected in 12/2020
    Some College (No Degree) : Major Biology/ Minor Chemistry

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