Kelly Plaches
Milford,DE
Summary
Skilled certified nursing assistant possessing more than eight years of experience in delivering compassionate support. Skilled in providing exceptional care to patients of all ages, suffering from various ailments. Known for being compassionate, with great communication skills. Also very discreet, and confidential in all dealings with patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Always Best Care
Milton, DE
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment s
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayhealth Hospital
Milford, DE
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beebe Hospital
Lewes, DE
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor Health Care
Lewes, DE
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marathon High School
Marathon, NY06-1991
Skills
- Prioritization and time management Proficient in quality care following safety protocol vital signs and glucose checks communicating to nursing staff to insure safety and well being of patients chart and do documentation on patients
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant in Delaware State
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Always Best Care
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayhealth Hospital
02.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harbor Health Care
06.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beebe Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Marathon High School