Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Touching Angels Healthcare, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective mobility assistance, contributing to a safer and more comfortable environment. Committed to quality care and empowering patients in their recovery journey.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Touching Angels Healthcare
03.2022 - 04.2023
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Nursing Assistant
Fayette Health and Rehabilitation Center
03.1978 - 01.2023
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
Bolstered patient satisfaction, offering compassionate support and addressing individual needs.
Facilitated patient education on self-care practices, empowering individuals in their recovery process.
Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.