Derik Fester
Danville,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented wound care assistant with expertise in clinical documentation, patient monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Proven track record in maintaining quality assurance and enhancing patient education. Committed to continuous professional development and skill enhancement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Assistant
NEPA Vascular
Berwick, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in providing wound care treatments under supervision of clinical staff.
- Prepared treatment areas by ensuring cleanliness and organization of supplies.
- Educated patients on proper wound care techniques and aftercare instructions.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to nursing team promptly.
- Documented care procedures accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance wound care knowledge and skills.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Inspected equipment used in the wound care center for cleanliness and functionality.
- Observed patients during recovery periods following surgical procedures involving wounds.
- Assisted in wound care treatments, such as debridement and dressing changes.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare providers regarding patient conditions and treatments.
- Prepared supplies for wound treatment procedures according to established protocols.
- Demonstrated proper use of medical equipment, such as bandages and dressings.
- Collected specimens from open wounds for laboratory testing purposes.
- Performed routine cleaning duties in the wound care center as needed.
- Coordinated with outside vendors to ensure adequate supply levels at all times.
- Supported daily living activities by ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments for patients receiving ongoing wound care services.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Columbia
Bloomsburg, PA06-2024
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Clinical documentation
- Patient monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Patient positioning
- Problem solving
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Exemplary bedside manner
Timeline
Wound Care Assistant
NEPA Vascular
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Central Columbia