Jennifer Dao
Caledonia,New York
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in medical surgical patient support.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
Rochester, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administer controlled narcotics, insert IVs and perform catheterizations.
- Perform routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtain patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Manage patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Care for wounds, provide treatments and assist with procedures.
- Gather lab specimens, order testing and interpret results to diagnose patients.
Patient Care Technician
Rochester Genera Hospital
Rochester, NY
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Care Partner
Jewish Senior Life (JSL), Lodge at Wolk Manor
Rochester, NY
05.2014 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Home Health Aide
Private Care
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
Home health Aide (Traveling Hospice Aide)
Lifetime Care
Winton, Rochester, NY
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Provide cleanliness and proper wound care.
- Communicate with medical staff when necessary and documented any unusual changes.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Concierge
Wolk Manor, JSL
Summit, Rochester, NY
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Documented changes in residents living status.
- Scheduled medical appointments and coordinated transportation.
- Responsible for Wander Alerts and communication to emergency responders.
- Represented the organization to the public.
- Assisted management with clerical duties in managing staff.
- Coordinated recreation activities for residents.
- Responsible for keeping facilities stocked with supplies for residential daily living.
- Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
Dietary Aide
The Summit at Brighton, JSL
Summit, Rochester, NY
05.2014 - 11.2015
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Education
CERTIFICATION - License Practical Nurse
Isabella Graham Hart School of Nursing
470 Sky View Parkway Center Rochester, NY11.2021
CERTIFICATION - BSL
Isabella Graham Hart School of Nursing
470 Sky View Parkway Center Rochester, NY01.2021
CERTIFICATION - Home Health Aide
Life Time Care
311 S. Winton Rd Rochester, NY09.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Monroe Community College
1000 E. Henrietta Rd, Rochester NY 05.2015
Skills
- Home Health Aide
- Experience with Hoyer lifting systems
- Blood draws
- Patient Charting
- Equipment Assembly
- Conditions Reporting
- Medication Administration
- Wound Dressing
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Vital Signs Recording
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rochester General Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Rochester Genera Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2022
Home Health Aide
Private Care
08.2017 - 05.2018
Home health Aide (Traveling Hospice Aide)
Lifetime Care
09.2015 - 06.2017
Concierge
Wolk Manor, JSL
07.2015 - 09.2016
Dietary Aide
The Summit at Brighton, JSL
05.2014 - 11.2015
Care Partner
Jewish Senior Life (JSL), Lodge at Wolk Manor
05.2014 - Current
CERTIFICATION - License Practical Nurse
Isabella Graham Hart School of Nursing
CERTIFICATION - BSL
Isabella Graham Hart School of Nursing
CERTIFICATION - Home Health Aide
Life Time Care
Associate of Applied Science - Hospitality Management
Monroe Community College
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