ANNA PATOC
5501 141 STREET EAST PUYALLUP,WA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Valley Medical Hospital, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while advocating for their needs. Recognized for reliability and teamwork, contributing to improved patient satisfaction and care quality in fast-paced environments.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley Medical Hospital
08.2003 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient 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.
- Drawing Blood
- Placing telemetry
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Group Health
07.1997 - 04.2003
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Nursing Assistant
Respite Day Care
08.1995 - 05.1997
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Nursing Assistant
Cypress Manor
01.1990 - 07.1995
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Education
Fundamental of Care Giving - Nurse Delegation
Renton Technical College
Renton, WA07-1995
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Bedside manner
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley Medical Hospital
08.2003 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Group Health
07.1997 - 04.2003
Nursing Assistant
Respite Day Care
08.1995 - 05.1997
Nursing Assistant
Cypress Manor
01.1990 - 07.1995
Fundamental of Care Giving - Nurse Delegation
Renton Technical College
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