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Work History
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Heather Goins

Cassatt,SC

Summary

Dedicated Nurses Aide with a proven track record at Nightingales Home Health Services, known for exceptional bedside manner and vital signs monitoring. Achieved notable reduction in bedsores, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Commended for compassionate care and excellent time management, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring both emotional support and professional medical assistance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurses Aide

Nightingales Home Health Services
07.2012 - Current
  • Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and demonstrating a willingness to help others as needed.
  • Earned recognition from patients, families, and supervisors for consistently displaying compassion, attentiveness, and dedication towards improving overall patient experience and satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
  • Assisted in patient mobility, improving their physical strength and independence with daily activities.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Promoted patient safety by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and falls prevention measures.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

North Central High
Kershaw, SC
05.2006

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Toileting assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Compassionate
  • Dressing assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Adaptable
  • Patient relationship building
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Transporting patients
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Care plan implementation
  • Preparing meals
  • Reliable transportation
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Family support and assistance
  • Quick problem solver
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • G-tube care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • CPR Certified
  • Professionalism
  • Time management abilities
  • Bed preparation

Timeline

Nurses Aide

Nightingales Home Health Services
07.2012 - Current

North Central High
Heather Goins