Britney VanDeWater
Azle,TX
Summary
Compassionate Med Tech with extensive experience at Governors Ridge Assisted Living, adept at delivering exceptional patient care and emotional support. Skilled in medication management and committed to upholding HIPAA regulations. Recognized for building strong relationships with residents, enhancing their quality of life through attentive and respectful assistance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Tech/Caregiver
Governors Ridge Assisted Living
Decatur, TX
10.2018 - Current
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with residents to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to supervisor .
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored resident vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of resident by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Continuously monitored residents'' well-being and promptly addressed any concerns to maintain a safe and nurturing living environment.
- Maintained detailed documentation on resident interactions, incidents, and progress towards care plan goals for thorough record-keeping purposes.
- Participated in the development of individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and preferences of each resident.
- Implemented safe transfer techniques when assisting residents with mobility challenges, reducing the risk of falls or injuries.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies throughout the facility to minimize risk factors associated with potential injuries.
- Observed changes in resident behavior or health status, promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Upheld facility policies and procedures, ensuring the highest quality of care was consistently provided.
- Assisted clients in maintaining independence by providing guidance during ambulation as needed around the facility''s premises.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care in daily tasks.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversations with residents while respecting privacy boundaries.
- Managed medication administration accurately to ensure resident safety and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
GED -
Kingsville Highschool
Kingsville, TXSkills
- HIPAA regulations
- Direct patient care
- Patient interaction
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Respectful and compassionate
- Daily living assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication management
- Documentation
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Mobility assistance
- Heavy lifting
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Incident reporting
- End-of-life care
- Compassion and empathy
- Safety awareness
- Patient advocacy
- Lifting and transferring
- Medication coordination
- Dining room support
- Resident empowerment
- Attentive to people
- Bedside care
- Clear communication
- Elderly care
- Relationship building
Timeline
Med Tech/Caregiver
Governors Ridge Assisted Living
10.2018 - Current
GED -
Kingsville Highschool