
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 5 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
• Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel.
• Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
• Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
• Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
• Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
• Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
• Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
• Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
• Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.