Jaleesa Jackson
Hammond,LA
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Heritage Healthcare of Hammond, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective hygiene assistance. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and maintain meticulous medical documentation, ensuring optimal health outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Professional healthcare provider with strong skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through compassionate patient interactions and effective communication. Prepared to contribute positively to healthcare teams and patient outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Heritage Healthcare of Hammond
08.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
DSW Worker
Ace Care Giving Service
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs.
- Provided respite care services for family members needing temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities.
- Dispensed necessary medication to improve client health condition.
- Encouraged positive coping mechanisms amongst clients during challenging times by offering emotional support and guidance on problem-solving strategies.
- Ensured client safety with thorough risk assessments and consistent monitoring of their environment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, noting any changes in behavior or health status for review by the team.
- Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
- Provided compassionate care during personal care routines, promoting dignity and respect for each client.
- Transported and accompanied clients to therapy and doctor appointments.
- Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
DSW Worker
Dream Team of Louisiana
02.2017 - 12.2020
- Coordinated transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments, recreational outings, or other necessary engagements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing physical, mental, and emotional needs.
- Provided respite care services for family members needing temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities.
- Dispensed necessary medication to improve client health condition.
- Encouraged positive coping mechanisms amongst clients during challenging times by offering emotional support and guidance on problem-solving strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, noting any changes in behavior or health status for review by the team.
- Completed home management tasks by preparing meals, grocery shopping and cleaning.
- Assisted with medication administration under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians to maintain optimal client health outcomes.
- Transported and accompanied clients to therapy and doctor appointments.
- Assisted clients per with bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
Nursing Assistant
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
02.2013 - 04.2015
- 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.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- 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.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Bolstered patient satisfaction, offering compassionate support and addressing individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Northwood High
Hammond, LA05-2008
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Medical documentation
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Personal hygiene assistance
Timeline
DSW Worker
Ace Care Giving Service
05.2021 - 07.2023
DSW Worker
Dream Team of Louisiana
02.2017 - 12.2020
Nursing Assistant
Heritage Healthcare of Hammond
08.2016 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
02.2013 - 04.2015
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Northwood High
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