Farah Leonard
Douglassville,PA
Summary
Over 16 years in Nursing field. Disciplined Care giver possessing outstanding critical thinking and time management capabilities. In-depth knowledge of medical equipment operations. Caring and kind individual recognized for providing first-rate service to patients and family members.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med Tech
Keystone Villa At Douglassville
Douglassville, PA
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- 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.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri State Nursing And Rehabilitation
Glenside, PA
01.2008 - 03.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
SarahCare Adult Day Care Center & Home Care Agency
Jenkintown, PA
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons, and barbershops.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- 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.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Health & Technology Training Institut
Philadelphia, PA06.2024
No Degree - Nursing Aid Assistant
Daisley Institut Inc
New York03.2023
High School Diploma -
Spring Hill College
Haiti06.2000
Skills
- Disease Diagnosis
- Lab Interpretation
- Disease Prevention
- HIPAA Regulations
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection‐Control Policy Adherence
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant PA licenced
- Basic Life Support Certification
- AED/CPR Certification
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Med Tech
Keystone Villa At Douglassville
04.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri State Nursing And Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 03.2021
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
SarahCare Adult Day Care Center & Home Care Agency
05.2006 - 06.2008
LPN - Nursing
Health & Technology Training Institut
No Degree - Nursing Aid Assistant
Daisley Institut Inc
High School Diploma -
Spring Hill College
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