Camryn Edinger
Sarver,PA
Summary
Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Caring and compassionate Nursing Assistant provides thorough clinical, customer service and communication skills. Adaptable to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Concordia at Cabot
Sarver, PA
03.2022 - Current
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
Dietary Aide
St Barnabas
Gibsonia, Pennsylvania
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and disposed of any spoiled or expired foods.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Cleaned and maintained dining room during and after each meal service.
- Assisted patients with special needs to eat meals, providing kindness and patience.
- Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
- Stocked food and other supplies for main kitchen and units.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Oversaw inventory in buffet and reported replacement needs to kitchen management.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Observed special diets prescribed by physicians or nutritionists.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
- Engaged with residents to provide positive and enriching experiences.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
- Filled and served various beverages for customers.
- Provided assistance with meal setup, serving, and clean up as needed.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Served specific meals to patients with special dietary needs.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
Activities Assistant
Adult living at Rosebrook
Sarver, PA
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Supervised and coordinated work activities of personnel.
- Instructed staff on proper procedures for leading activities and providing support for residents' needs.
- Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
- Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels.
- Encouraged residents to participate in leisure activities according to their abilities.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
- Provided one-on-one assistance with activities for those who needed it.
- Kept activities spaces organized, clean and tidy.
- Participated in special events such as birthday celebrations, holiday parties.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Developed relationships with families and other members of the community to further enhance recreational opportunities for residents.
- Provided emotional support to both clients and family members during difficult times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport Area Senior Highschool
Sarver, PA05-2022
High School Diploma -
Butler County Community College
Butler, PASkills
- Patient care
- Specimen collection
- Fall prevention
- Health and safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Patient satisfaction
- Nutrition management
- Emergency response
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Quality assurance
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control
- Patient mobility support
- Patient relations
- Client documentation
- Monitoring fluids
- HIPAA
- Patient assessments
- Personal hygiene support
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient care and safety
- Light housekeeping
- Patient-focused care
- Direct patient care
- Linen management
- Cultural history
- Supply restocking
- Call light response
- Patient relationship building
- Community activities
- Patient feeding
- Catheter care
- Mobility assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Continuing education
- Behavior redirection
- Basic life support
- Analytical thinking
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Teamwork
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Concordia at Cabot
03.2022 - Current
Dietary Aide
St Barnabas
01.2021 - 02.2022
Activities Assistant
Adult living at Rosebrook
08.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Freeport Area Senior Highschool
High School Diploma -
Butler County Community College