Amy Zwieg

• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
• 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.
• Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for procedures in patient rooms.
• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Employed mobility devices and [Type] equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
• Assisted coworkers in switch from [Software] to [Software] and completed subsequent training sessions in [Number] days.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding [Type] patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• 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.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number] -bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing [Type] and [Type] equipment.

Same as the duties I performed at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital.

• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
• Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
• Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
• Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
• Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.