Jessica Helms
Laurelville,OH
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented Patient Support Associate with over five years of experience in patient care and health monitoring. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and provide emotional support, ensuring optimal patient experiences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Support Associate
OhioHealth
Circleville, Ohio
10.2021 - Current
- Perform and or assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating.
- Ensured clean and safe patient environment to promote health and comfort
- Provided support in observing patients' heart rhythms to ensure safety
- Conducted EKG tests to monitor electrical activity of patients' hearts
- Performed glucose monitoring for diabetic patients to manage their health
- Recorded and assessed daily vital signs to monitor and support patients' health
- Coordinated with doctors to arrange necessary consultations for hospitalized patients
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
Chillicothe, OH
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks to promote independence.
- Monitored and documented patients' health conditions and changes in behavior.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
- Implemented care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized living environment for clients.
- Arranged transportation for clients to medical appointments and social outings. for medical appointments and social outings.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' mental well-being and overall quality of life.
- Facilitated safe mobility for clients by assisting with position changes and walking techniques. in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Franklin University
Columbus, OH09-2022
High School Diploma -
Logan Elm High School
Circleville, OH06-2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Franklin University
Columbus, OH09-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Health monitoring
- Assisting with mobility
- First aid training
- Data documentation
- Records management
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Emotional support
Timeline
Patient Support Associate
OhioHealth
10.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Home Helpers
01.2012 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Franklin University
High School Diploma -
Logan Elm High School
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Franklin University