Erica Grady
Woodbury
Summary
Dedicated PCA with extensive experience at Roosevelt Rehabilitation, skilled in personal care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence through compassionate care and effective communication. Expertise in infection control and rehabilitation support, consistently achieving high patient satisfaction. Recognized for calmness under stress and commitment to quality care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Roosevelt Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
- Administered daily personal care and hygiene assistance to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with mobility and transportation, ensuring safety during transfers and activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely medical intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient living areas, fostering a hygienic environment conducive to recovery.
- Educated patients on daily living skills, promoting independence and improved quality of life.
- Documented patient progress accurately, supporting effective communication among care providers.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, enhancing overall patient experience during rehabilitation.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
PCA
Georgia Mentor
01.2013
- Supported rehabilitation exercises, enhancing recovery outcomes for patients.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient progress and care needs.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Home Health Aide
Reliance Health Services
02.2018 - 09.2023
- Provided personal care assistance to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients and families to support emotional needs.
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling of medical appointments to facilitate continuity of care.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
PCA
Georgia Mentor
02.2013 - 01.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs and health changes consistently.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Home Health Aide
Rescare Homecare
05.2009 - 02.2013
- Implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Education
GED -
W. Ga. Tech
LaGrange, GA05-2006
Skills
- Personal care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient mobility assistance
- Daily living activities
- Hygiene management
- Feeding assistance
- Infection control practices
- Documentation accuracy
- Light housekeeping
- Skin integrity assessment
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- Meal preparation
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control
- Transfer techniques
- Daily living assistance
- Patient documentation
- Rehabilitation support
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Patient positioning
- Infection prevention
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Bed preparation
- Restocking supplies
- Calm under stress
- Personal care aide (PCA)
Timeline
PCA
Roosevelt Rehabilitation
10.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Reliance Health Services
02.2018 - 09.2023
PCA
Georgia Mentor
02.2013 - 01.2018
PCA
Georgia Mentor
01.2013
Home Health Aide
Rescare Homecare
05.2009 - 02.2013
GED -
W. Ga. Tech