Kaylie Morris
Stillwater,OK
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Professional experienced in addressing patient physical and mental needs while enhancing operational compliance and quality assurance. Achieved improvements in efficiency and resource management through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Tireless Farm Hand well-versed in all facets of farm operations, demonstrating strengths in livestock care, crop maintenance, and machinery upkeep.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by promptly responding to calls and addressing 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.
- Facilitated positive visit experiences for patients' families and friends through courteous engagement.
- Provided emotional support for distressed patients and families during difficult times.
- Identified and communicated clinical symptoms to healthcare professionals, enabling timely intervention.
- Monitored physical and emotional changes in patients' conditions to ensure timely care. in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- 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.
- 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 according to healthcare guidelines.
- 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.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to ensure proper care delivery.
- Managed scheduling for medical appointments and transportation arrangements.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients and families in order to coordinate optimal care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored medication administration and adherence among residents effectively.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to resident needs.
- Monitored medication administration and adherence among residents to promote safety and compliance.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients leaving hospital or long-term care facilities.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from hospital or long-term care facilities to ensure continuity of care.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss resident health concerns and updates.
- Processed meticulous documentation related to prior authorizations and insurance referrals.
- Scheduled urgent tests and examinations by juggling patient schedule with company calendar.
- Assisted with the development of multidisciplinary treatment plans tailored to meet individual needs.
- Trained staff on healthcare protocols and best practices in caregiving.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure coordinated and optimal care.
- 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.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Encouraged patients to engage with community programs to develop community organization efforts.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- 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.
- Performed bookkeeping tasks and managed filing systems for accurate record-keeping.
- Supervised crew activities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and work standards.
- 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
Construction Crew Member
Dink myers construction
Yale, OK
11.2019 - 11.2023
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Operated hand tools and power tools for site preparation and material installation.
- Operated power tools including saws, drills, and sanders during project execution.
- Performed daily cleaning of job sites by removing debris and hazardous materials to maintain safety standards. daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
Education
Lincoln Academy
Stillwater, OklahomaSkills
- Patient care assistance
- Patient care coordination
- Patient documentation
- Medical documentation
- Patient assessment techniques
- Patient care oversight
- Patient behavior support
- Patient nutritional planning
- Tube feeding
- Dementia care
- Monitoring tools
- Scheduling
- Case management
- Care process optimization
- Care program management
- Strategic planning
- Quality assurance
- Organizational standards
- Safety procedures
- OSHA compliance
- Safe patient handling
- Mobility aid operation
- Patient area sanitation
- Patient room setup
- Patient transport logistics
- Emotional support
- Detail-oriented observation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Dependability
- Dependable
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Goal setting
- Strategic planning
- Worksite safety
- Facility safety maintenance
- Staff training
- Safety and compliance
- Attention to detail
- Dependable
- Safe patient handling
- Worksite safety
- Mobility aid operation
- Safety and compliance
- Patient area sanitation
Certification
- First aid
- CPR
- Manager
- Coordinator
Languages
English
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Private Care
09.2022 - Current
Construction Crew Member
Dink myers construction
11.2019 - 11.2023
Health care coordinator
Stillwater Group Homes
04.2016 - Current
Lincoln Academy