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Erica Gaudlap

Voluntown,CT

Summary

Dynamic and empathetic healthcare professional with a proven track record at South County Hospital Healthcare System, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Leveraged compassionate communication and EMR/EHR expertise to enhance patient satisfaction and safety. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration, significantly improving patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

South County Hospital Healthcare System
01.2020 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.

Instructor/ Secretary

911 Programs
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.

Education

Diploma -

Narragansett High School
Narragansett, RI
06.2015

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Compassionate communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Safety Precautions
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Electronic Charting
  • EMR / EHR
  • BLS Certified

Certification

BLS Certified

EMT Certified

Timeline

CNA

South County Hospital Healthcare System
01.2020 - Current

Instructor/ Secretary

911 Programs
01.2017 - 01.2018

Diploma -

Narragansett High School
Erica Gaudlap