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Pauline Bowen

Edison

Summary

Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Aristacare at Cedar Oaks
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assist patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • 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.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mentor Network/ Stevia Health
01.2020 - Current
  • Promoted a positive environment by engaging patients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Utilized effective non-verbal cues while communicating with cognitively impaired patients fostering understanding while reducing frustration.
  • Aided in meal preparation adhering to dietary restrictions, ensuring nutritious meals were provided in accordance with specified guidelines.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing high-quality personal care and assistance with daily activities.
  • Assisted patients with mobility issues, supporting them during transfers and ambulation for increased independence.
  • Preserved a clean living environment through thorough housekeeping duties, promoting overall well-being for the patient.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
  • Ensured timely completion of necessary tasks by managing time effectively and prioritizing responsibilities according to urgency.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between patients, family members, and medical staff by serving as a reliable point of contact.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant

4 Tees Healthcare Training School
East Orange, NJ
06-2022

Skills

  • Patient- focused care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Mobility assistance
  • Transfer technique
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Geriatric care

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Aristacare at Cedar Oaks
01.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mentor Network/ Stevia Health
01.2020 - Current

Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant

4 Tees Healthcare Training School

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