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Ethelda Go
4395 Darwin Way,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospice. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Arlene/Shelle Orlansky
Private Caregiver
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
Ace Genesis Hospice
Registered Nurse
01.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, adjusting care plans as needed for optimal comfort and quality of life.
San Diego Unified School District
School Nurse
08.2023 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
Sienna At Otay Ranch
Medication Tech./Caregiver/ Activity Specialist
10.2019 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Medication Technician:
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a double-check system for high-risk drugs.
- Ensured proper medication storage and inventory management for optimal efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Maintained thorough electronic records of all administered medications, adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility guidelines.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Caregiver:
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Transported individuals to events and activities.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Activity Specialist:
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and appropriate games for memory care residents into daily programming
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Developed and implemented themes and activities/
- Supported participant success by offering individualized guidance and mentorship, helping them develop valuable skills and confidence.
Villa Bonita Senior Living
Caregiver
07.2017 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Education
University of Santo TomasManila. Philippines
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
03-1995
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Meal preparation
- Behavior redirection
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medical equipment operation
- Medication administration
- Safety awareness
- Verbal and written communication
- Active listening
- Records maintenance
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- California Driver's License
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ace Genesis Hospice
01.2024 - 10.2024
School Nurse
San Diego Unified School District
08.2023 - 10.2023
Private Caregiver
Arlene/Shelle Orlansky
08.2021 - Current
Medication Tech./Caregiver/ Activity Specialist
Sienna At Otay Ranch
10.2019 - 05.2022
Caregiver
Villa Bonita Senior Living
07.2017 - 08.2018
University of Santo Tomas
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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