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Katie Sweet

Coventry,RI

Summary

Energetic Nurse Aide with 10 plus years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Rhode Island Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.

Nursing Assistant

Home Care Aide
01.2018 - 10.2021
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
  • Provided transportation and appointments management
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing

Nursing Assistant

Kent County Hospital
12.2015 - 01.2018
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities
  • Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress
  • Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies

Medical Assistant

South County Hospital
12.2013 - 12.2015
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight
  • Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
  • Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing

Nursing Assistant

Woodpecker Health Center
05.2012 - 09.2013
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care

Nursing Assistant

Alpine Nursing Home
05.2009 - 05.2012
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs

Education

High School Diploma -

Coventry High School
Coventry, RI
2009

Skills

  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • Injury Prevention
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Time Management
  • Willingness to Learn
  • CPR Certification
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Oral Hygiene

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Rhode Island Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2023

Nursing Assistant

Home Care Aide
01.2018 - 10.2021

Nursing Assistant

Kent County Hospital
12.2015 - 01.2018

Medical Assistant

South County Hospital
12.2013 - 12.2015

Nursing Assistant

Woodpecker Health Center
05.2012 - 09.2013

Nursing Assistant

Alpine Nursing Home
05.2009 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

Coventry High School

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