Danitta Lewis
Philadelphia,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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
11.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Patient Sitter
The Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Reduced falls risk for patients by consistently providing vigilant supervision and assistance with mobility.
- Demonstrated strong observational skills, promptly reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate medical personnel.
- Increased patient morale through engaging conversation and companionship throughout their hospital stay.
- Enhanced patient comfort by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs during hospital stays.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during shift changes by providing thorough updates on patient status to incoming sitter or nursing staff member.
Nursing Assistant
Jefferson Hospital
09.2018 - 06.2019
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Nursing Assistant
Chester County Hospital
03.2015 - 09.2018
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA08.2028
High School Diploma -
Faith Christian Connection Academy
Philadelphia, PA06.2008
Skills
- Electronic Charting/EPIC
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Infection Control
- Specimen Collection
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
11.2019 - Current
Patient Sitter
The Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
03.2019 - 11.2019
Nursing Assistant
Jefferson Hospital
09.2018 - 06.2019
Nursing Assistant
Chester County Hospital
03.2015 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gwynedd Mercy University
High School Diploma -
Faith Christian Connection Academy
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