Katherine Nash
Columbus,OH
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Ensures adherence to care plans and safety protocols while enhancing patient wellness through personal hygiene care and mobility support. Maintains clean, sanitized environments and fosters patient independence through engaging activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Ability Matters
Dublin, Ohio
08.2023 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Followed care plans, safety procedures, and infection control standards.
- Delivered patient care tailored to individual physical, psychological, and educational needs for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to enhance personal hygiene and support overall wellness.
- Respected patient dignity, privacy, and independence during all interactions.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Promoted inclusion daily to foster client independence and support autonomy.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
Columbus, Ohio
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to supervising nurses.
- Supported patient mobility with transfers, ambulation, and positioning assistance.
- Assisted Brightstar Healthcare Agency clients with bathing, grooming, and personal hygiene tasks.
Independent Care Provider
Self-employed
Columbus, OH
11.2018 - Current
- Delivered personal care services to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with bathing, grooming, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to the individual dietary needs of care clients.
- Executed grocery shopping and ran errands to support clients' daily living activities.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Documented daily observations and communicated changes in client condition to ensure timely care adjustments.
- Maintained clean living spaces and organized care supplies for clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering trust and enhancing their overall well-being during challenging times.
- Grocery shopping and running errands.
Education
GED
Columbus, OHSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Documentation
- Infection control
- Personal hygiene care
- Nursing assistance
- Blood glucose testing
- Feeding assistance
- Catheter care
- Wound and wound vac care
- Dementia care
- End-of-life care
- Hospice and palliative care
- In-home dialysis
- Healthcare operations
- Process improvements
- Scheduling
- Organizational skills
- Supervisory duties
- Empathetic support
- Written and verbal communication
- Behavior support
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Ability Matters
08.2023 - Current
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - Current
Independent Care Provider
Self-employed
11.2018 - Current
GED