Brandie Thomas
Fort Oglethorpe,GA
Summary
Seasoned healthcare professional with a proven track record at Amedisys Hospice, excelling in compassionate caregiving and efficient meal preparation. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity through attentive personal hygiene assistance and effective transfer techniques. Achieved significant improvements in patient wellbeing and safety, underscoring a commitment to excellence and teamwork in fast-paced environments.
Caring [Job Title] dedicated to offering comprehensive personal support. Talented in cooking meals, organizing schedules and updating documentation. Strong knowledge of emotional, physical and social support strategies.
[Type] Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare, and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles.
Offering caring and supportive nature, with readiness to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings foundational understanding of patient care and ability to assist with daily living activities. Ready to use and develop skills in communication and basic health practices in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
HHA, CNA
Amedisys Hospice
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
- Streamlined daily routines for clients with limited mobility by implementing efficient strategies customized to their specific abilities.
- Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
Answering Service Operator
Chi Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Relayed and transcribed written and verbal messages to personnel.
- Managed a high volume of inbound calls while accurately documenting interactions in the company database.
- Delivered outstanding service under pressure during high-call-volume periods without compromising quality or efficiency standards.
- Collaborated with team members on continuous improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery processes.
- Maintained high-quality service standards with consistent adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Improved overall productivity by offering constructive feedback during team meetings on ways to streamline call-handling processes or enhance the quality of service provided.
Dispatcher
Serve Star
11.2018 - 08.2022
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
- Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow during shift changes.
CNA
Hutcheson Medical Center
10.2006 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
CNA
NORTH GA COLLEGE
Rock Spring, GA03-2005
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School
Fort Oglethorpe, GA05-2000
Skills
- Laundry services
- Bathing assistance
- Meal preparation
- Errands running
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate caregiving
- Toileting support
- Transfer techniques
- Dressing and grooming
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Certification
- General Infection Control Training Course — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or similar bodies.
- EKG Technician Certification – National Healthcareer Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) — American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Home Care Aide Certification (HCA-C) - Department of Social and Health Services or equivalent state body.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
HHA, CNA
Amedisys Hospice
02.2024 - Current
Answering Service Operator
Chi Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 01.2024
Dispatcher
Serve Star
11.2018 - 08.2022
CNA
Hutcheson Medical Center
10.2006 - 09.2019
CNA
NORTH GA COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
Lakeview High School
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