Julia Yetter
Lewistown,PA
Summary
Dedicated PCA with expertise in compassionate care, patient documentation, and emotional support. Proven ability to implement care plans and enhance patient independence.
Experienced PCA skilled in vital signs monitoring, mobility support, and client advocacy. Committed to fostering positive patient relationships and ensuring compliance with care protocols to improve overall well-being.
Compassionate professional with a strong background in implementing personalized care plans and providing emotional support. Focused on enhancing patient comfort and promoting independence through tailored daily living assistance.
Professional caregiver with extensive experience in providing compassionate and reliable support. Adept at assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing needs. Known for empathy, patience, and strong communication skills.
Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in [Area of expertise].
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
PRN Medical Staffing
Lewistown, PA
08.2012 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with care protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and safety procedures.
- Evaluated patient needs and adapted care approaches accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
PCA
UCP Of Central
Lewistown, PA
09.2007 - 01.2013
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
PCA
Brookline Homecare
Lewistown, PA
09.1998 - 08.2007
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with care protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and safety procedures.
- Evaluated patient needs and adapted care approaches accordingly for optimal outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewistown High School
Lewistown, PASkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Infection control
- End-of-life care
- Diabetes management
- Nutrition monitoring
- Transfer techniques
- Daily living assistance
- Safety awareness
- Medication reminders
- Patient documentation
- Mobility support
- Client advocacy
- Family support
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Care plan implementation
- Physical therapy assistance
- Oxygen therapy
- Range of motion exercises
- Feeding assistance
- CPR certification
Accomplishments
Was picked for PRN's TV commercial.
Was UCP's Aide of the year for their magazine.
Timeline
PCA
PRN Medical Staffing
08.2012 - Current
PCA
UCP Of Central
09.2007 - 01.2013
PCA
Brookline Homecare
09.1998 - 08.2007
High School Diploma -
Lewistown High School