Hannah Rittenhouse
Rangeley,ME
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-centered care. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate individualized care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds, including a strong background in managing care for adults with intellectual disabilities and seizure disorders.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franklin Memorial Hospital
2022.07 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and post surgical care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- 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.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Yesterday's Children
2008.05 - 2020.04
- 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, 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 Downs Syndrome, Huntington's Disease, San Filippo Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Lennox Gastaut Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, intellectual disabilities and adults with seizure disorders.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in meeting patient community outings and activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care And Comfort Home Health
2007.06 - 2008.05
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, ALS and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, MEAssociate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Beal University
Wilton, Maine10.2023
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Charting Expertise
- Mobility Assistance
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Responding to Emergencies
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Disability Care
- Inpatient Care
- Critical Thinking
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Active Listening
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Safety Management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franklin Memorial Hospital
2022.07 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Yesterday's Children
2008.05 - 2020.04
Certified Nursing Assistant
Care And Comfort Home Health
2007.06 - 2008.05
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Eastern Maine Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Beal University
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
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