Jessica robinson
CARSON,CA
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Harbor UCLA Medical Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective communication, while maintaining strict infection control standards. Proficient in basic life support, dedicated to improving patient comfort and safety during daily activities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
08.2007 - 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
La Consolacion College
Philippines10-1988
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
08.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance
La Consolacion College
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