Crystal Caldwell

Nurse Aide

Buchanan Place

01.2024 - Current

Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Supported mobility assistance through safe transfer techniques and use of assistive devices.
Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide emotional support.
Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care plans and objectives.
Learned and adhered to established safety procedures for patient handling and care.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
Tended to patients with diverse medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson''s disease, and diabetes, adapting care approaches accordingly.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.
Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering thorough reports on patients'' status at shift handover meetings.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Improved patient mobility by assisting with range-of-motion exercises, ambulation, and transfers.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
Maintained strict infection control protocols while performing wound care, catheter care, and other medical procedures.
Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Promoted patient safety by closely monitoring vitals, reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff, and administering medications as directed.
Contributed to efficient healthcare team communication through accurate documentation of patient information and regular updates on their progress.
Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
Contributed to a positive workplace culture by mentoring newly hired nurse aides and sharing best practices.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while comforting grieving family members during difficult times.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Supported rehabilitation efforts for post-operative patients through targeted exercise programs under nurse supervision.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Increased patient satisfaction by forming strong bonds and providing emotional support during challenging times.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Alleviated stress among family members by offering guidance on how best to assist with their loved ones'' care needs at home.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
Collaborated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
Enhanced nutritional intake by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and feeding patients who required assistance.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.

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