Kali Barham
Ashland,KY
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Assistant with experience at Cabell Huntington Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while collaborating with healthcare teams. Recognized for effectively implementing care plans and training new staff, ensuring high standards of patient care and service delivery.
Developed essential healthcare skills in clinical environment, including patient interaction and basic medical procedures. Seeking to transition into new field, utilizing abilities in communication and problem-solving. Aiming to apply experience in different setting, contributing positively to new challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Cabell Huntington Hospital
Huntington, WV
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Supported daily living activities, including bathing, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans tailored to individual needs.
Guest Service Representative
Cabell Huntington Hospital
Huntington, WV
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries and resolving concerns efficiently.
- Coordinated patient check-in processes, ensuring accurate documentation and timely service delivery.
- Maintained knowledge of hospital policies to assist patients effectively with navigating services and resources.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to facilitate seamless communication between patients and medical teams.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures and best practices for guest interactions.
- Monitored waiting areas to ensure a comfortable environment, addressing any issues promptly as they arose.
Housekeeper
Cabell Huntington Hospital
Huntington, WV
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in patient areas, ensuring a safe environment.
- Operated cleaning equipment and tools efficiently to enhance workflow productivity.
- Trained new housekeeping staff on procedures and best practices for optimal performance.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and improve operational efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul G. Blazer
Ashland, KY05-2016
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional support
- Blood glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Basic life support
- Documentation
- Patient monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Safety protocols
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Cabell Huntington Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Guest Service Representative
Cabell Huntington Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2024
Housekeeper
Cabell Huntington Hospital
04.2022 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Paul G. Blazer