Accomplished Patient Care Assistant at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, adept in vital signs documentation and emotional support. Excelled in enhancing patient comfort and safety, contributing to a 20% improvement in patient satisfaction. Proficient in medical terminology and multitasking, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery and fostering a compassionate environment.
Personable and compassionate, dedicated to providing high-quality patient care with positive attitude. Possesses foundational knowledge of patient safety and comfort, along with skills in basic medical procedures and effective communication. Committed to enhancing patient well-being and contributing to supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
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