Elaine Alston
Summerville,SC
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong expertise in providing compassionate and efficient home care. Demonstrates high level of adaptability and reliability, ensuring patients receive optimal support. Skilled in personal care, medication administration, and daily living assistance. Known for excellent teamwork and results-driven approach.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
Comfort Keeper's
1710 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville SC 29485
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Patient Care Technician
Trident Medical Center
9279 Medical Plaza Dr. North Charleston
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under care of facility.
Home Health Caregiver
ARO's
Greensboro, NC
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Managed more than 4 clients daily.
Patient Care Technician
John Randolph Medical Center
Hopewell, VA
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Managed more than 8 to 12 Patient's over 12-hour shifts in numerous dept's, ICU/PCU, Medscape, Telemetry, ER.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Medical Training College
Greensboro, NC10.2022
Certificate of Completion - Medication Aide
Advanced Medical Training College
Greensboro, NC08.2022
High School Diploma -
W.H. Taft
The Bronx, NY06.1978
Skills
- Infection Control Procedures
- ADL Support
- Quality Program Protocols
- Individualized Care
- Staff Training
- Senior Leadership Support
- Customer Relations
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Problem-Solving Ability
- Quality Control
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Home Care Provider
Comfort Keeper's
04.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Trident Medical Center
02.2024 - 12.2024
Home Health Caregiver
ARO's
03.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician
John Randolph Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
Certificate of Completion - Certified Nursing Assistant
Advanced Medical Training College
Certificate of Completion - Medication Aide
Advanced Medical Training College
High School Diploma -
W.H. Taft