Katie Goetzka
Morrow Home Community
Tomah,WI
7
years of professional experience
Compassionate healthcare professional with hands-on experience in patient support, monitoring vital signs, and promoting positive patient experiences. Committed to delivering high-quality care and adapting to diverse needs.
Work History
PCA
3 Years 1 Month- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining accurate patient records and documentation.
- Provided compassionate care, fostering positive relationships with residents and families.
- Participated in training sessions to improve knowledge of healthcare best practices.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs and care plans, enhancing service delivery.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Assisted in meal preparation and feeding support for patients with various dietary restrictions or swallowing difficulties.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changes in schedules or assigned duties while maintaining professionalism.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the facility.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
- 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.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
House Manager
4 Years 3 Months- Supervised daily operations to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for residents.
- Coordinated schedules and activities to promote community engagement among residents.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring timely procurement and optimal usage.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and resident care standards.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to drive productivity.
- Addressed customer feedback and complaints to maximize satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive inventory system to track equipment and supplies.
Residential House Manager
3 Years 4 Months- Supervised daily operations within residential community, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
- Coordinated resident care plans by collaborating with healthcare providers and family members.
- Developed staff training programs to enhance caregiving skills and improve service quality.
- Implemented scheduling systems for staff shifts, optimizing coverage for resident needs.
- Conducted regular audits of care services to maintain high standards of resident satisfaction.
- Assisted in budget management by tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Organized social activities for residents to promote camaraderie and engagement within the community.
- Served as liaison between residents, staff, and external service providers to ensure seamless communication and coordination of services for the community''s benefit.
- Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and conducting regular safety inspections.
Education
High School Diploma
Timeline
PCA
Morrow Home Community
07.2023 - 08.2026Read More
House Manager
Windy Ridge
03.2021 - 06.2025Read More
Residential House Manager
Our House Senior Living
02.2019 - 06.2022Read More
Tomah High School
High School Diploma
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