Jennifer Rousseau Hutchinson

Home Health Aide

Providing Comfort Healthcare LlC

01.2019 - Current

Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Assisted with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
Tended to patients with diverse medical conditions, including dementia, Parkinson''s disease, and diabetes, adapting care approaches accordingly.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.

Nursing Assistant

Clovernook Healthcare Pavilion

06.2004 - 01.2014

Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering thorough reports on patients'' status at shift handover meetings.
Improved patient mobility by assisting with range-of-motion exercises, ambulation, and transfers.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
Maintained strict infection control protocols while performing wound care, catheter care, and other medical procedures.
Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Contributed to efficient healthcare team communication through accurate documentation of patient information and regular updates on their progress.
Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
Contributed to a positive workplace culture by mentoring newly hired nurse aides and sharing best practices.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while comforting grieving family members during difficult times.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Increased patient satisfaction by forming strong bonds and providing emotional support during challenging times.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Coordinated with dietary staff to ensure patient nutritional needs were met, promoting overall health.
Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.

Nurse Assistant

St Margaret Hall

03.1999 - 09.2004

Promoted patient safety by closely monitoring vitals, reporting abnormal findings to nursing staff, and administering medications as directed.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Supported rehabilitation efforts for post-operative patients through targeted exercise programs under nurse supervision.
Elevated overall standard of care by participating in continuing education courses focused on new developments in nursing aide practices.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Home Health Aide

Nursing Assistant

Nurse Assistant

Education

Master Of Computer Applications - Computer Source

Nursing Assistant

General Studies

Skills

Certification

Timeline

Home Health Aide

Nursing Assistant

Nurse Assistant

Master Of Computer Applications - Computer Source

Nursing Assistant

General Studies

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