Imani Artis
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Assistant, enhancing patient well-being and safety through meticulous care planning and emotional support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient hygiene, I significantly improved patient satisfaction. Adaptable and compassionate, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments, ensuring high-quality patient care. Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed 3 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Hand and Heart
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Housekeeper
VCU Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Contributed to efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to housekeeping requests and emergencies.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address unique cleaning needs for patients with special requirements or conditions.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by adhering to strict guidelines regarding the handling of biohazardous materials and waste disposal procedures.
- Supported patient care by promptly cleaning and preparing rooms for new admissions, reducing wait times.
- Improved patient satisfaction by maintaining a clean and comfortable hospital environment.
- Facilitated timely room turnovers by efficiently stripping linens from beds and prepping them for laundry services.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
Sales Associate
Marshalls Department Store
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
Richmond, VA06.2019
Skills
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Monitoring
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Safety Protocols
- ADL support
- Care Planning
- Healthy meal preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Hand and Heart
01.2024 - Current
Housekeeper
VCU Health
08.2021 - 04.2023
Sales Associate
Marshalls Department Store
10.2019 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
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