Andree R. Hostler

Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, dressing and feeding. Ensured patient safety at all times through observation and assistance. Ensured patient's comfort, dignity and health. Ensure safety and well being of patients with mental health disorders or psychosis. Checked patients vitals if specified to do so and reported to care coordinator or nursing. Maintained a clean environment by sanitizing, changing linens, disposing of waste and washing hands. Reduced fall incidences by implementing safety measures. Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening. Cared for clients with complex diagnosis such as schitzophrenic dementia, spinal fusions, cancer, parkinsonism and heart failure.

• Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and dressing to ensure dignity.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients and families.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
• Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
• Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Cared for patients on hospice and palliative care
• Travel between pateints 60% of the time seeing 4-12 patients a day.

• Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
• Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
• Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.

• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
• Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
• Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
• Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
• Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
• Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.