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Immanuel Jacobs

Katy,TX

Summary

Seasoned CNA with a robust background in patient care, notably at Houston Methodist Hospital. Demonstrates exceptional physical stamina and compassion, excelling in providing emotional support and mastering infection control practices. Proven track record in enhancing patient recovery processes and advocating for patient needs with a strong commitment to I CARE principles.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

New Alliance Palliative Care Inc.
Houston, TX
09.2021 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.

- Range of motion as needed.

- Providing a report on changes experienced to the RN and the physician.

- Assisting in fluid intake and feeding.

- Providing soothing and psychological care.

Patient Care Assistant /Perioperative Assistant

Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
05.2018 - 10.2022

providing post-surgery care to patients, (cardiac, bariatric, nephrostomy, orthopedic, general surgery, and other procedures) based on the Surgeon prognosis and the total care team plan of care based on the I CARE value (see foot note).

* Ambulating assistant after surgery.

* Taking circulatory vital signs, and reporting.

* Collection, measuring, recording and reporting output outside expected parameters to the RN

* Preparing and stocking rooms with medical supplies for admission

* Assisting The RN in Admission for pre and surgery Admission through the ER.

* Assisting the PACU team in patient transfer with mobility devices.

* Charting of every care activity.

* Assisting Patients in Activity of Daily Living (ADL)

* Providing emotional support for patients and family members when needed

* Communicating with Doctors, Physical Therapist, RN and patients' families.

Operating Room

* Patient transfer from ER to OR, from OR to Post Ortho Surgery Unit

* Prepping patients within sterile field for procedures

* Setting up of operating room for procedures.

* Setting up of Specialty Tables: ProAxis for Neuro spinal, Hanah Table for Fracture procedures, Jackson table

Berchtold for Bariatric Procedure, and others

* On-call service

* Assisting in PACU - Patient's Recovery

* Timely collection of Blood and blood components from the Blood Bank.; and distribution of Blood and

specimen.

* Daily stocking of saline solution and Blankets into the warmer for patients' comfort

* Participating in Fire drill, stock taking and OR reorganization

ER

* Assisting with patient Triage

* Assist in transferring Patients to different units after triage and admission

* Collection of blood samples from patients

* Assisting with insertion of IV line as needed

* Assisting with medical supplies stocking including warm blanket

Education

Other - Certified Nursing Assistant

Smithwood Medical Institute
Houston, TX
10-2014

Some College (No Degree) -

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX

Skills

  • Physical stamina
  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient advocacy
  • Compassion and empathy

*Strong communication skills

* Attention to details and ability to work diligently with little or no supervision

* A strong team worker ready and open to embrace new ideas and training

* Highly organized and dedicated to work

* I CARE principles

Certification

  • CNA
  • CPR First Aid AED
  • PASS
  • Cloud Computing

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited

Timeline

CNA

New Alliance Palliative Care Inc.
09.2021 - Current

Patient Care Assistant /Perioperative Assistant

Houston Methodist Hospital
05.2018 - 10.2022

Other - Certified Nursing Assistant

Smithwood Medical Institute

Some College (No Degree) -

San Jacinto College
Immanuel Jacobs