Cora Stapleton
Camden,OH
Summary
Hard working, highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Certified Patient Care Assistant with 10 years of direct patient care in hospitals and senior living facilities. Passionate, professional with proven success at kindly addressing patient and resident needs while also meeting institutional goals effectively. Dedicated to understanding and implementing current patient care practices and to communicating clearly with patients, family and colleagues.
Graduating nursing school this December. Very excited to become an RN and work with other nurses on helping our patients and saving lives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
TriHealth, MHMH
Oxford, OH
09.2016 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, dressing and grooming patients.
- Assisted in the transfer of patients from bed to wheelchair or other equipment.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Recorded patient information in medical records accurately and completely.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Participated in various activities that promote comfort, safety and well-being of patients.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from other healthcare team members.
- Transported patients between departments or outside facilities as needed.
- Performed basic clerical duties such as filing documents, answering telephones .
- Carried out infection control procedures according to hospital protocols.
- Communicated and interacted effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers and supervisors and practiced flexible, creative care in addition to mandated standard care.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
STNA
The Knolls of Oxford
Oxford, OH
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding of patients who required assistance.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in transferring from bed to wheelchair or other assistive device.
- Monitored vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration and temperature.
- Performed routine medical tasks, such as taking blood pressure and changing dressings.
- Reported any changes in the patient's condition to the nurse on duty.
- Recorded information regarding food intake and output of patients.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care was provided at all times.
- Helped maintain a clean and orderly environment throughout the facility.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from patients or family members.
- Transported patients between rooms or units as needed.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients when needed.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration/ Health Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2014
Skills
- Basic Nursing Care
- Compassionate Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- First-Aid and CPR
- Mobility Assistance
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
- Emergency Response
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Charting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Basic Life Support
- Catheter Care
- Patient Safety Management
- Professionalism
- Self Motivation
- Responding to Emergencies
- Emotional and Social Support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Reliability
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
- Problem-Solving
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Patient Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
TriHealth, MHMH
09.2016 - Current
STNA
The Knolls of Oxford
08.2015 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration/ Health Management
University of Phoenix
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