Kayla Rutledge
Bridgeville ,PA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care, infection control, and direct patient care honed at Concordia of Bridgeville. Excelled in providing compassionate support and achieving high patient satisfaction. Skilled in electronic charting and adept at fostering patient independence, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and emotional intelligence.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Concordia of Bridgeville
05.2024 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Personal Care Assistant
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
PCA II
Tackl Health
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Fayette Twp High School
Mcdonald, PA06.2021
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Feeding
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Electronic Charting
- Catheter Care
- Light Housekeeping
- Patient Assessments
- HIPAA
- Behavior redirection
- Supply Restocking
- Specimen Collection
- Time Management
- Oral Hygiene
- Patient Positioning
- Preparing meals
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Concordia of Bridgeville
05.2024 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Country Meadows Retirement Communities
09.2023 - 05.2024
PCA II
Tackl Health
11.2022 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
South Fayette Twp High School
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