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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Elizabeth Trice

Elizabeth Trice

Summary

I have been a CNA for over 30 years with all areas of interest long term care assisted living acute care home health and hospice care. I have a Med tech certificate for 16 years and I enjoy and love taking care of others. I will continue to grow in this field and strive for the best interest of each patient or resident that I care for.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Med Tech/CNA

Wildcat Senior Living
03.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • 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.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Med Tech/CNA

Harmony At Wescott Senior Living
05.2017 - 03.2020
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Education

Associate of Arts - Humanities

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, NY
06.1988

Skills

  • Feeding Assistance
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Basic Life Support
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Transfers
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Stress Management
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Organizational Skills
  • Medications Familiarity
  • Charting Expertise
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Medication Assistance
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Case Management
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Wound Care
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Inpatient Care
  • Activity Planning
  • Patient Assessments
  • Measuring Bodily Fluids
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Intake Recording
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Interdisciplinary Communication
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Documentation Procedures Expertise
  • Meal Planning
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Restock Shelves
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Unit Supply Maintenance
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Conducting Intakes
  • Bathing and Dressing
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Bed Transfers
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Proper Staffing
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Observing Responses
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Consistent Follow Through
  • Nutrition and Diet

Accomplishments

    I was awarded Who's who of Junior college students I was voted employee of the month by Wildcat senior living in June of 2023.

Certification

I have a CNA certificate and on the SC registry I also have a Med tech certificate from Wildcat Senior LIving.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Med Tech/CNA

Wildcat Senior Living
03.2023 - Current

Med Tech/CNA

Harmony At Wescott Senior Living
05.2017 - 03.2020

Associate of Arts - Humanities

SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Elizabeth Trice