Autumn Sweetwood
Ottawa,KS
Summary
Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with four years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming and carrying out light housekeeping. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Olathe Medical Center
Olathe, KS
03.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Performed EKGs accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
Home Health Aide
Windsor Place At Home Care
Ottawa, KS
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Home Health Hospice Aide
Crossroads Hospice And Palliative Care
Lenexa, KS
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
Direct Support Professional
Cof Training Services
Ottawa, KS
11.2019 - 03.2023
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellsville Retirement Community
01.2021 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and weights.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Ottawa High School
Ottawa, KS2020
Certified Nurse Aide -
Neosho County Community College
Ottawa, KS2020
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs Management
- Behavior Redirection
- Routine Adjustment
- Developmental Disabilities
- Compassionate Client Care
- First Aid and Safety
- Client Requirements
- Client Support
- Household Chores
- Dietary Needs
- Community Activities
- Emotional and Social Support
- First Aid Certification
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Residential Support
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Windsor Place At Home Care
12.2024 - 03.2025
Patient Care Technician
Olathe Medical Center
03.2024 - Current
Home Health Hospice Aide
Crossroads Hospice And Palliative Care
03.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellsville Retirement Community
01.2021 - 01.2022
Direct Support Professional
Cof Training Services
11.2019 - 03.2023
Ottawa High School
Certified Nurse Aide -
Neosho County Community College