Well-qualified Personal Care worker skilled in delivering top-quality home care support. Effective at ambulating patients, meeting personal grooming needs and administering medications. Detail-oriented in maintaining clean and organized personal areas to support daily living safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Forest Creek Village - Clinical Experience
07.2024 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
Assisted nurses in wound care procedures, ensuring proper technique was applied to promote optimal healing outcomes for patients.
Medication Aide
Indiana Fitness Works
10.2022 - Current
Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beech Grove Meadows
06.2020 - Current
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
PN Diploma - Nursing
Hondros College Of Nursing
Indianapolis, IN
09.2024
GED -
Adult Education
Indianapolis, IN
06.2021
Skills
Problem-Solving
Glucose Monitoring
Insulin injection administration
Emergency Care
Pharmacology knowledge
Fast Thinking
Microsoft Office
Attention to Detail
Certification
CMA - Certified Medication Aide
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Insulin Administrator
CPR/BLS
Dementia and Alzheimer's Training
Proficient with various word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.