Kendra Salmon
Somerset,New Jersey
Summary
With a proven track record at JFK University Medical Center, I excelled in enhancing patient care through continuous observation and compassionate communication. My expertise in patient monitoring and stress tolerance significantly contributed to the hospital's efficiency, demonstrating a keen ability to manage both environmental and patient needs effectively.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Sitter
JFK University Medical Center
- Demonstrated strong observational skills, promptly reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate medical personnel.
- Increased patient morale through engaging conversation and companionship throughout their hospital stay.
- Enhanced patient comfort by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs during hospital stays.
- Contributed to overall hospital efficiency by completing assigned tasks in a timely manner, ensuring optimal levels of care were maintained at all times.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing valuable insights from time spent observing individual patients closely over extended periods of time.
- Improved communication between nursing staff and patients by regularly updating on patient status and needs.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients with cognitive impairments, intervening when necessary to prevent harm.
- Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Nursing Unit Secretary
JFK University Medical Center
04.2005 - Current
- Organized patient charts with diligence, ensuring accurate documentation of vital signs, medications, and treatment plans.
- Coordinated transportation services for discharged patients when needed, ensuring safe arrivals at their destinations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and families through empathetic listening and clear communication skills.
- Participated in unit meetings, offering valuable input on process improvements and patient care initiatives.
- Managed inventory of unit supplies, placing timely orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Expedited discharge processes, coordinating necessary paperwork and appointments for optimal patient satisfaction.
- Improved patient care by efficiently managing medical records and transcribing physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide seamless care coordination for patients.
- Enhanced communication between nursing staff and physicians by promptly relaying critical information.
- Facilitated family visitation schedules, promoting emotional support for patients during their hospital stay.
- Streamlined admissions process for patients, ensuring smooth transitions to their designated units.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported nursing staff by performing administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, and answering phones.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Education
John P. Stevens High School
Skills
- Basic medical terminology
- Stress Tolerance
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Communication
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Environment management
- Continuous observation
- Fall prevention
- Nursing support
- Housekeeping abilities
Timeline
Nursing Unit Secretary
JFK University Medical Center
04.2005 - Current
Patient Sitter
JFK University Medical Center
John P. Stevens High School
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