Katlyn Balfe - Patient Care Assistant

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated nursing offering excellent interpersonal skills, a strong sense of empathy, and a genuine passion for providing quality care to patients and their families. I am committed to utilizing my nursing knowledge I have gained and skills to enhance the well-being and quality life of others.

Overview

1

year of professional experience

1

Certification

Work History

Patient Care Assistant

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall

Newburgh, NY

11.2021 - 05.2023

Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.

Education

Currently Enrolled in Associates Program - Nursing

Orange County Community College

Newburgh

12-2024

Skills

Empathy and compassion: Having a natural ability to understand and connect with the emotional needs of the patients
Patient care knowledge: Knowledge of basic patient care techniques, including vital sign monitoring and assistance with activities of daily living
Problem-solving: Proven ability to identify and address the patients needs and concerns, while maintaining a calm and composed demeanor

Time management: Strong organizational skills, enabling effective management of multitasks and responsibilities
Team-oriented personality: Thrive in a team environment but can also work independently
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring effective and clear communication with the clients and their families