Compassionate Personal Care Aide with 10+ years of experience working with a variety of patients. Known for providing individualized and thorough care and dedicated to long-term patient success. Skilled at personal care with training in different medical and personal settings.
Skills
Medication administration
Active listening
Wound care
Housekeeping
Meal preparation
Problem resolution
Advanced anatomy knowledge
Charting expertise
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Inventory and supply management
Understands medical procedures
Proper sterilization techniques
Professional bedside manner
Patient toileting
Catheter change and preparation
HIPAA compliance
Grooming and bathing assistance
IV discontinuation
Medical terminology
Quick problem solver
First aid
Communicating with patient families
Reliable transportation
Phlebotomy
Patient scheduling
Preparing specimens and samples
Sterile technique
Experience
01/2016 to 03/2020
Personal CaretakerValor Healthcare – Fort Pierce, FL,
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success.
Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
Coached patients on at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health.
Reported concerns to supervisory to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
Assisted patients with, closely monitoring conditions and safety.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens to prevent spread of infection.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress and changing health conditions.
Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
08/2015 to 03/2020
Personal CaretakerValor Healthcare – Kingston, NY,
Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success.
Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail, e-mail and faxes.
Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean.
Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions.
Coached patients on at-home care, adjusting plans and schedules based on patient conditions, needs and overall health.
Reported concerns to supervisory to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
Assisted patients with, closely monitoring conditions and safety.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens to prevent spread of infection.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Assisted patients with bladder and bowel needs by helping to restroom.
Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
06/2014 to 05/2015
Medical AssistantWisdo Family Medicine – City, STATE,
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 20 patients per day
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
01/2003 to 05/2014
Medical AssistantMedical Specalists Of The Palm Beaches – City, STATE,
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 20 patients per day.
Transmitted physician's orders to patients, counseling on execution and addressing follow-up questions.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2002
High School Diploma: Atlantic High School - Delray Beach, FL, GPA:
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