Berly Bechayda
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Gentle Continuing Care Assistant with 13 years of experience supporting aged, disabled and ill patients in care facilities. Proficient in assisting patients with general daily activities such as bathing and toileting. Kind and personable professional comfortable in moving patient in bed and administering first aid and CPR. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2010 - 02.2023
- Supplied physical support to assist patients in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking.
- Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry and cleaning premises.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker and special utensils to eat.
- Provided routine skincare by helping residents in applying non-prescription topical medications to skin.
- Engaged patients in daily activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, bible study, manicures and baking to promote stimulation and personal interaction.
- Encouraged and provided moral support for patients to help adjust to disabilities and illnesses.
- Instructed family members in caring for patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn and reposition patient.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Assistant Dialysis Nurse
Saudi Gernman Hospital
09.2007 - 03.2009
- Met with patients to gather vitals, evaluate symptoms and assess conditions, ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted laboratory results with the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as basic cardiac life support (BLS).
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure and asthma.
- Has experience knowledge and experience in setting up Dialysis machine.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
Philippines03.2005
Skills
- Monitor Vitals
- Daily Living Activities
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Family Support and Assistance
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Cleaning Products
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Recording Vital Signs
- Aseptic Techniques
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Quality Education
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Preparing Devices
- Nursing Assistance
- Bathing and Dressing
- Direct Patient Care
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Collecting Specimens
- Nursing Standards
- Quality Patient Care
- Sanitizing Surfaces
Additional Information
References:
Lindsay Magnusson
Manager
Yorkton District Nursing Home
Saskatchewan Health Authority
13067822401
Janet Magdugo
Staff Nurse
Yorkton District Nursing Home
Saskatchewan Health Authority
13067822401
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2010 - 02.2023
Assistant Dialysis Nurse
Saudi Gernman Hospital
09.2007 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
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