Carelesia Getters
Harwich,MA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Pleasant Bay Nursing and Rehabilitation, excelling in patient care and support. Skilled in electronic charting and patient relationship building, I significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and engagement. Expert in maintaining strict infection control protocols, I also contributed to staff development by training new assistants, showcasing both hard and soft skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Pleasant Bay Nursing And Rehabilitation
11.2017 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Education
Diploma - Biology And Arts
St. Catherine High School
Jamaica WI07.2010
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Feeding
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Patient-focused care
- Recording vital signs
- Mobility Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Relations
- HIPAA
- Supply Restocking
Certification
Nursing Aid certificate, Emt certificate and Cpr certificate
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Pleasant Bay Nursing And Rehabilitation
11.2017 - Current
Diploma - Biology And Arts
St. Catherine High School