Christopher Watson
Collegeville,PA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Aide
Shannondell At Valley Forge
09.2019 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadowood Retirement Community
06.2012 - 09.2018
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Front End Manager
Redners Warehouse
10.2008 - 07.2010
- Monitored cash drawers in 12 checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
- Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
- Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping and security.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Scheduled personnel according to skill sets and coverage needs, and made adjustments to meet unexpected demands.
- Recorded financial transactions and performed account reconciliations.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Worked with security staff and law enforcement on shoplifting and vandalism response.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Chester County Intermediate Unit Practical Nursing
Downingtown, PA11.2023
High School Diploma -
Methacton High School
Eagleville, PA06.2009
Skills
- Family Support and Assistance
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Wound Care
- Charting Expertise
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Medical Records Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Intake Recording
- Recording Vital Signs
- Trustworthy Companion
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nurse Aide
Shannondell At Valley Forge
09.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadowood Retirement Community
06.2012 - 09.2018
Front End Manager
Redners Warehouse
10.2008 - 07.2010
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Chester County Intermediate Unit Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
Methacton High School
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