Beverly Lenahan
Jackson,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Nurses Aide/Companion with a proven track record at Private Care, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and exceptional attention to detail. Recognized for reducing bedsores significantly and fostering strong relationships, I excel in vital signs monitoring and empathetic patient support. My adaptability and teamwork skills contribute to a positive and efficient care environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurses Aide/Companion
Private Care
Browns Mills, NJ
06.2018 - 11.2024
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and demonstrating a willingness to help others as needed.
- Earned recognition from patients, families, and supervisors for consistently displaying compassion, attentiveness, and dedication towards improving overall patient experience and satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
- Assisted in patient mobility, improving their physical strength and independence with daily activities.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently following established protocols in wound dressing changes, catheter care, and medication administration assistance under nurse supervision.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
- Ensured adequate nutrition for patients by preparing meal trays according to dietary requirements and assisting with feeding if necessary.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Education
GED - Diploma
Pemberton Highschool
Pemberton, NJ06.1979
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient transfers
- Feeding assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Valid state driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Feeding assistance expert
- Quick problem solver
- Helping with medication
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Nurses Aide/Companion
Private Care
06.2018 - 11.2024
GED - Diploma
Pemberton Highschool