Charlene Bardwell
Richmond,CA
Summary
Skilled patient care assistant with extensive healthcare experience and dedication to patient physical and mental needs. Budget- conscious and efficient with good interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledgeable about equipment usage and maintenance requirements.
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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
University Of San Francisco
San Francisco
11.2022 - Current
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff
- Ensured proper body alignment while assisting with positioning or transferring patients
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
IHHS Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
San Francisco
03.2010 - Current
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports
- Maintained accurate records of client care and progress
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene
- Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Housekeeping Aide
University Of San Francisco
10.2018 - 11.2022
- Performed deep-cleaning tasks including carpet shampooing and window washing
- Provided childcare assistance while maintaining household cleanliness standards
- Monitored cleanliness of lobby, swimming pool and other common areas
- Communicated with customers about requests for additional supplies or cleaning services
- Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, including toilets, sinks and showers and bathtubs.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors.
- Dusted furniture, fixtures and other surfaces.
Education
Medical Secretarial -
San Francisco City College
06.2000
Skills
- ISP Development
- Database coordination
- Healthcare operations
- ADL support
- Organizational standards
- Care Planning
- Patient Monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Medication Administration
- Written and verbal communication
- Claims Processing
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Care
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Feeding Assistance
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
University Of San Francisco
11.2022 - Current
Housekeeping Aide
University Of San Francisco
10.2018 - 11.2022
IHHS Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
03.2010 - Current
Medical Secretarial -
San Francisco City College
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