Kathleen Jones
Glens Falls,NY
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Associate with extensive experience at Glens Falls Hospital, excelling in vital signs monitoring and daily living support. Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic care and efficient workflow improvements. Proven ability to multitask and train new staff, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring safety and comfort in patient interactions. Extra knowledge in operating room set ups and knowledge of sterilization of surgical instruments
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Associate 4 West
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Delivered empathetic patient assistance, maintaining comfort and safety throughout care activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, enhancing workflow efficiency and care quality.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to facilitate timely medical interventions.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care, improving adherence to health protocols.
- Led training sessions for new staff, promoting best practices in patient handling and safety measures.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily interactions.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings and offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts.
- Increased staff efficiency by training new Patient Care Associates on best practices, policies, and procedures within the unit.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various medical equipment usage such as EKG machines, blood glucose monitors, and IV pumps as required for specific patient treatments.
- Improved patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises under the guidance of physical therapists.
Patient Care Associate Operating Room
Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls, NY
10.2014 - 01.2020
- Readied and sanitized Operating Rooms for procedures.
- Organized equipment for efficient access.
- Conducted safe and efficient transport of inpatients to surgical areas.
- Stored cases efficiently in allocated spaces.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, New York, NY01.2014
Skills
- Operating Room sterilization
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
Accomplishments
First to accomplish CAPP program for PCAs 2 years in a row
Timeline
Patient Care Associate 4 West
Glens Falls Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Patient Care Associate Operating Room
Glens Falls Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Human Services
Hudson Valley Community College