Emily Edwards
Richton,MS
Summary
Offers strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Works well in fast-paced environments managing multiple tasks and providing timely treatments and support. Possesses solid understanding of nursing principles, patient advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Community Development Incorporated
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Acute Care Technician
Forrest General Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Communicated with pathology and laboratory staff, physicians and nurses to convey optimal treatments.
- Collected samples to support lab testing.
- Maintained supplies of tubes, needles, syringes, alcohol and labels.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
Education
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS12.2023
Associate of Arts -
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS12.2022
High School Diploma -
Richton High School
Richton, MS06.2020
Skills
- First Aid and Safety
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Catheter Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Family Education
- Treatment Planning
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control
- Injection Administration
- Feeding Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Support
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Education
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Sterilization and Sanitation
- Epic Systems
- Conflict Resolution
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Responsible and Dependable
- IV Therapy
Timeline
Acute Care Technician
Forrest General Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Direct Care Professional
Community Development Incorporated
01.2021 - Current
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Jones County Junior College
Associate of Arts -
Jones County Junior College
High School Diploma -
Richton High School
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