Esther Green
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Erie County Medical Center
2009.05 - 2021.10
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
CNA
Greenfield Nursing Home
2009.01 - 2009.05
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- 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.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
PCA
Brookdale Oak Hollow
2006.02 - 2008.11
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
Buffalo, NY06.1991
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Observing responses
- Patient-focused care
- Patient relationship building
- Reliable team player
- Documenting behaviors
- Condition Monitoring
- Conducting intakes
- Vital signs monitoring
- Healthcare ethics
- Adaptable
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Erie County Medical Center
2009.05 - 2021.10
CNA
Greenfield Nursing Home
2009.01 - 2009.05
PCA
Brookdale Oak Hollow
2006.02 - 2008.11
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
Similar Profiles
Christina RomanacChristina Romanac
Hospital Aide at Erie County Medical CenterHospital Aide at Erie County Medical Center
Amy RuttyAmy Rutty
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Erie County Medical Center Corporation, ECMCCRegistered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit at Erie County Medical Center Corporation, ECMCC
Cynthia ReamsnyderCynthia Reamsnyder
Registered Nurse at Erie County Medical CenterRegistered Nurse at Erie County Medical Center