CONSTANCE FORD
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated PCA II with expertise in compassionate care, vital signs monitoring, and emotional support. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA II
Texas Children Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety for children.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to healthcare team.
- Educated families on post-operative care and health maintenance procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
PCA II
MD Anderson
09.2019 - 01.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to support infection control protocols.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety protocols.
- Developed strategies to enhance patient engagement during recovery activities.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
PCA II
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
08.2010 - 02.2018
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety protocols.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Afton Oaks Healthcare&Rehabilitation Center
06.2004 - 07.2010
- Provided compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in mobility and transfer of patients to enhance comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans effectively.
Education
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Houston Community College
Houston, TXHigh School Diploma -
JESSE H JONES HIGHSCHOOL
Houston, TXSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- Emergency response
- Vital signs monitoring
- End-of-life care
- Transfer techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Safety awareness
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Adaptable
- Infection prevention
- Professional bedside manner
- Acute care
- Time management
- Empathy and compassionate care
Timeline
PCA II
Texas Children Hospital
01.2023 - Current
PCA II
MD Anderson
09.2019 - 01.2023
PCA II
Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
08.2010 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Afton Oaks Healthcare&Rehabilitation Center
06.2004 - 07.2010
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Houston Community College
High School Diploma -
JESSE H JONES HIGHSCHOOL