Catherine Berger
Acworth,GA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Care Partner
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
Roswell, GA
2014.11 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Preform EKG's
- Train new employees
- Super user for glucose monitors and restrains
- Part of the mobility team
Mental Health Technician
Floyd Behavioral Health
Rome, GA
2012.08 - 2014.11
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Home Health Care Provider
Tabitha Lee
Cartersville, GA
2013.01 - 2013.11
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments.
Sales Manager
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Acworth, GA
2012.06 - 2013.01
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Managed order cycle to enhance business development and maintain sustainability and customer satisfaction.
- Developed strategic relationships with key suppliers and clients to foster profitable business initiatives.
Patient Care Technician
Northside Hospital Cherokee
Canton, GA
2009.08 - 2012.11
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living
Marietta, GA
2006.01 - 2008.10
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canton Nursing Center
Canton, GA
2001.10 - 2004.10
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Victoria Memorial Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
1999.08 - 2001.08
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
General Education
Lafayette High School
Brooklyn, NY06.1989
Timeline
Nursing Care Partner
WellStar North Fulton Hospital
2014.11 - Current
Home Health Care Provider
Tabitha Lee
2013.01 - 2013.11
Mental Health Technician
Floyd Behavioral Health
2012.08 - 2014.11
Sales Manager
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
2012.06 - 2013.01
Patient Care Technician
Northside Hospital Cherokee
2009.08 - 2012.11
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living
2006.01 - 2008.10
Certified Nursing Assistant
Canton Nursing Center
2001.10 - 2004.10
CNA
Victoria Memorial Hospital
1999.08 - 2001.08
General Education
Lafayette High School