Kelly McElhose
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Daniel Drake Center For Post-Acute Care, adept in patient mobility training and compassionate care. Excelled in enhancing patient wellbeing through effective behavioral management and personal hygiene assistance. Proven track record in improving patient comfort and safety, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of care.
Professional personal care assistant with strong track record in client care and support. Known for delivering high-quality care and adapting to individual client needs. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving positive outcomes, consistently dependable, and flexible in dynamic environments. Proficient in personal hygiene assistance and mobility support, with caring and empathetic approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Daniel Drake Center For Post-Acute Care
07.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
PCA-MA
Wellnow Urgent Care
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality with all patient records and information.
- Handled financial transactions related to copayments or self-pay fees while adhering to company policies regarding payment collection.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
Patient Care Technician
Pikeville Medical Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
STNA
Highlands ARH
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
STNA
Mountain Manor Of Paintsville
04.2006 - 02.2020
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
- Safely transported patients throughout the facility using proper transfer techniques and equipment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Education
No Degree - Nurse Aide Training
Carl D Perkins Job Corp Center
Prestonsburg, KYHigh School Diploma -
J.H. Allen Central High School
Eastern, KY01-2001
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Blood glucose testing
- Dressing assistance
- Behavioral management
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Bathing assistance
- EKG interpretation
- Ambulation assistance
- Dementia care
- Patient mobility training
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Compassionate care
- Patient transfers
Timeline
PCA
Daniel Drake Center For Post-Acute Care
07.2024 - Current
PCA-MA
Wellnow Urgent Care
11.2022 - 07.2024
Patient Care Technician
Pikeville Medical Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
STNA
Highlands ARH
02.2020 - 04.2022
STNA
Mountain Manor Of Paintsville
04.2006 - 02.2020
No Degree - Nurse Aide Training
Carl D Perkins Job Corp Center
High School Diploma -
J.H. Allen Central High School
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