Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Cared for average of 12 patients per 8 hours in LTC facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Patient Care Technician
Indian River Medical Center
Vero Beach, FL.
12.2017 - 04.2019
Worked in the acute care unit and was responsible for performing routine patient care duties and responding to calls.
Completed on-the-job training to become acclimated to working in hospital settings.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients’ condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse.
Certified Nursing Aide/HHA
Comprehensive Home Care
Port Saint Lucie, FL
02.2015 - 12.2017
Responsible for supporting nursing staff in the privacy of the patient/client's home setting.
Perform vital sign checks and diagnostic tasks as directed by RN's.
Coordinate patient care activities such as feeding and bathing, often providing feedback on updates and progress on the care of the clients.
Certified Nursing Aide/HHA
FirstLantic Healthcare, Inc
Port Saint Lucie, FL
07.2012 - 08.2015
Worked in the privacy of the patient/client's home providing monitoring and basic care services to patients.
Maintained through records of care tasks completed throughout day and updated electronic patient records accordingly.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Visiting Nurse Association
Vero Beach, FL
10.2010 - 12.2012
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
Employed mobility devices and hoyer lifts equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Home Health Aide
Gentiva Health Services
Port Saint Lucie, FL
05.2007 - 10.2011
Responsible for supporting nursing staff in the privacy of the patient/client's home setting.
Perform vital sign checks and diagnostic tasks as directed by RN's.
Coordinate patient care activities such as feeding and bathing, often providing feedback on updates and progress on the care of the clients.
Patient Care Tech
Indian River Memorial Hospital
Vero Beach, FL
02.2000 - 10.2003
Worked in the acute care unit and was responsible for performing routine patient care duties and responding to calls.
Completed on-the-job training to become acclimated to working in hospital settings.
Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Organized and maintained general supply storage areas.
Transported elderly patients to and from facilities and performed essential ambulatory care.
Attended to patient and family’s immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients’ condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Purdue Global University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
2020
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
South University Online
Savannah, GA
2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL
Skills
Patient Monitoring
Mobility Assistance
Electronic Medical Records
Charting and Documentation
Diagnostics
Communication Skills
Medication Administration
Patient Hygiene Care
HIPAA Compliance
Training And Certifications
Purdue Global University
Acute care
Basic
Communication Skills
CPR
Client
Clients
Documentation
Electronic Medical Records
First Aid
Home Health Aide
Hospice
Life Support
Long-term care
Medication Administration
Nursing
Bathing
Patient care
Coordinate patient care
Progress
Affiliations
A Certified Nursing Aide with over 18 years of experience working in hospitals and long-term care facilities. A Patient-focused and organized health professional with a solid track record of assisting patients of different socio-economic backgrounds. A strong commitment to the values of compassion, dignity, collaboration and responsibility. Demonstrate the ability to care for patients professionally to provide the highest level of customer service.
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Phlebotomist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
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