Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.
Skills
CPR/First Aid certified
Patient-focused care
Compassionate caregiver
Medication Administered certified
Adaptable
Work History
Personal Service Assistant (PSA)Feb 2007 - Jul 2009 Campbell House Assisted Living 356 Kent Drive Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
