Kaylie Morris
Stillwater,OK
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Professional experienced in addressing patient physical and mental needs. Demonstrated strengths in operational compliance, multi-area management, and quality assurance through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to delivering positive experiences in both patient support and team collaboration.
Overview
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Private Care
Stillwater
09.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported patients during mobility and rehabilitation exercises.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Performed range-of-motion exercises with immobile patients to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Ensured proper nutrition by providing meals, snacks and fluids to patients as instructed by medical staff.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Organized and facilitated engaging games with patients to enhance mood and cognitive function.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes including completion of necessary paperwork.
- Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Health care coordinator
Stillwater Group Homes
Stillwater, Oklahoma
04.2016 - Current
- Coordinated healthcare services for residents in group home settings.
- Managed scheduling for medical appointments and transportation arrangements.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to ensure proper care delivery.
- Trained staff on healthcare protocols and best practices in caregiving.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to resident needs.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss resident health concerns and updates.
- Monitored medication administration and adherence among residents effectively.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients leaving hospital or long-term care facilities.
- Monitored patient care plans to ensure compliance with established standards and protocols.
- Processed meticulous documentation related to prior authorizations and insurance referrals.
- Scheduled urgent tests and examinations by juggling patient schedule with company calendar.
- Responded to inquiries from patients regarding their care plans and insurance coverage options.
- Assisted with the development of multidisciplinary treatment plans tailored to meet individual needs.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients and families in order to coordinate optimal care.
- Provided support to physicians by scheduling appointments, arranging laboratory tests and organizing referrals.
- Processed confidential, patient paperwork with accuracy and deference to patient privacy.
- Communicated scheduling information, appointment details and health reminders via telephone, mail and email.
- Followed organizational guidelines to assure compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
- Encouraged patients to engage with community programs to develop community organization efforts.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Organized meetings between staff members to discuss new policies or changes in existing regulations.
- Maintained a detailed inventory of supplies needed for daily operations at the facility.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
- Book work/filling
- Ran my own crew/make sure everyone is getting the job done and is following the rules.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
Skills
- Patient documentation
- Documentation
- Tube feeding
- Dementia care
- Monitoring tools
- Safety protocols
- Scheduling
- Case management
- Project management
- Process improvements
- Staff training and development
- Administrative supervision
- Program oversight
- Database coordination
- Organizational standards
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Detail-oriented observation
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
- Time optimization
- Goal setting
- Quality assurance
- Strategic planning
- Behavior management
- Room setup
- OSHA compliance
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- First aid
- CPR
- Manager
- Coordinator
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Private Care
09.2022 - Current
Health care coordinator
Stillwater Group Homes
04.2016 - Current