Resident Care Assistant Chelsea Retirement Community
CHELSEA, MI
8/21/04 - 1/15/22
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
Administered medications according to physician orders.
Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Maintained accurate documentation regarding patient care on electronic medical records system.
Served meals to residents according to individual meal plans, nutritional needs and personal preferences.
Transported residents safely to doctor appointments and other events outside of the facility.
Encouraged socialization among the residents by organizing activities within the facility such as board games, arts and crafts.
Collaborated closely with nursing staff members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Answered call bells promptly and responded quickly to requests from staff members.
Developed positive relationships with family members of residents providing updates on care plans and progress.
Helped residents maintain neat, orderly, and comfortable room by making beds and assisting with cleaning and organization.
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating activities.
Built relationships with patients through companionship and life enrichment activities to improve quality of life.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Reported changes in resident's condition to Nurse Supervisor.
Assisted with ambulation needs such as walking with a cane or wheelchair assistance.
Provided assistance to residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing per physician order.
Identified potential risks associated with resident care plans and reported any concerns immediately to supervisor.
Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for each resident.
Reported on patient activities to charge person at end of shift to maintain continuity of care.
Responded appropriately in emergency situations by following established protocols.
Documented changes in patients' psychosocial and physical conditions and communicated to care team.
Participated in team meetings to discuss new developments or changes in services provided to residents.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens and cleaning up after meals.
Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times and assisted them with adjustment issues related to their stay at the facility.
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