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Anne Joseph

FREDERICK,Maryland

Summary

Accomplished Hospice Aide with a proven track record at Montgomery and Prince George's Hospice Inc, excelling in compassionate care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient comfort and supporting families, underpinned by empathetic communication and efficient care techniques. Committed to professional development and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality end-of-life care. Hospice care professional prepared to contribute to compassionate end-of-life care. Experience in providing physical and emotional support to patients and families in hospice settings. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and effective communication. Skilled in patient care management and empathetic support. Experienced with empathetic patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity for hospice patients. Utilizes strong communication skills to coordinate with healthcare teams and support families. Knowledge of end-of-life care practices and emotional support techniques. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospice Aide

Montgomery and Prince George's Hospice Inc
04.2009 - Current
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
  • Ensured continuity of care by accurately documenting patient progress, observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records.
  • Upheld ethical principles surrounding confidentiality and patient autonomy throughout all interactions with patients, families, colleagues, or other stakeholders involved in hospice care.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of trends and best practices within the field of palliative care nursing.

GNA

Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
06.2007 - 03.2009
  • Documented patient progress thoroughly and accurately, maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques for their loved ones in order to ensure continuity of care at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Recognized early warning signs of potential health issues among residents and promptly alerted nursing staff for further assessment or intervention as necessary.
  • Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and genuine empathy throughout interactions.
  • Enhanced quality of life for disabled patients by assisting them with adaptive equipment usage and mobility exercises.

GNA

Asbury Methodist Village
02.2008 - 07.2008
  • Documented patient progress thoroughly and accurately, maintaining confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques for their loved ones in order to ensure continuity of care at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Recognized early warning signs of potential health issues among residents and promptly alerted nursing staff for further assessment or intervention as necessary.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development workshops and trainings to stay current on best practices within geriatric nursing assistance.

School Bus Attendant

District of Columbia Public Schools
12.2003 - 07.2007
  • Assisted students with special needs, ensuring their comfort and providing necessary accommodations for smoother transportation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized bus environment, contributing to a positive experience for all passengers.
  • Organized seating arrangements to maximize efficiency during boarding and disembarking processes.
  • Conducted regular safety checks on the bus, identifying potential issues and coordinating repairs with maintenance teams.
  • Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
  • Enforced [State] safety guidelines for passenger transportation to keep children safe and driver free of distraction.
  • Demonstrated proper use of wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs and orthopedic devices for handicapped passengers.
  • Provided physical assistance while loading and unloading passengers to promote safety and minimize delays at each route stop.
  • Supervised and assisted special-needs passengers, offering individual adult attention during transport.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Montgomery College
Takoma Park, MD
12.2024

Nursing Aide

Americare of Allied School
Wheaton, MD
2003

Skills

  • Bathing Assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Grooming assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Catheter Care
  • Emotional Support
  • End of life care
  • Colostomy Care
  • Transfer Techniques

Timeline

Hospice Aide

Montgomery and Prince George's Hospice Inc
04.2009 - Current

GNA

Asbury Methodist Village
02.2008 - 07.2008

GNA

Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
06.2007 - 03.2009

School Bus Attendant

District of Columbia Public Schools
12.2003 - 07.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Montgomery College

Nursing Aide

Americare of Allied School
Anne Joseph