Glenda Jaruszewicz
Erie,PA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Patient-focused Job Title with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proactive worker committed to helping Job title provide top-notch patient care. Skilled at Type treatments with knowledge of Area of expertise patients. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunrise In Home Care
32 W 8th St Suite 204, Erie, PA 16501
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- 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.
- 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.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartfelt Home Care Inc
4166 W Ridge Rd, Erie, PA 16506
07.2010 - 09.2017
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- 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.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s East Nursing Home
607 E 26th St, Erie, PA 16504
04.2008 - 05.2010
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
Associates Degree - Therapeutic Massage Therapy
Fortis Institute - Erie
Erie, PA06.2015
Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hiram G Andrews
727 Goucher St, Johnstown, PA 1590505.2007
High School Diploma - General Education
Central High School
3325 Cherry St, Erie, PA 1650806.2005
Skills
- Observing Responses
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Care Plan Implementation
- Patient Relations
- Electronic Charting
- Documenting Behaviors
- Transporting Patients
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Reliable Transportation
- Recording Vital Signs
- Meal Planning
- Wound Care Specialist
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Reliable Team Player
- Compassionate
- Feeding Assistance Expert
- Light Housekeeping
- Valid State Driver's License
- Database Administration
- Patient Management
- Activity Planning
- Patient Relationship Building
- Outpatient Care
- Responding to Emergencies
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Tube Feedings and Medications Familiarity
- Maintaining Privacy
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Trustworthy Companion
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessments
- Preparing Meals
- Shared Governance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Inpatient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Quality Assurance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Condition Monitoring
- Conducting Intakes
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunrise In Home Care
03.2019 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartfelt Home Care Inc
07.2010 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s East Nursing Home
04.2008 - 05.2010
Associates Degree - Therapeutic Massage Therapy
Fortis Institute - Erie
Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant
Hiram G Andrews
High School Diploma - General Education
Central High School