Kim Sturgis
Augusta,ME
Summary
Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Well-rounded Personal Care Aide with 10 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and passing meds. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP
Sevita
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
CNA, Float Pool
Atlanta Medical Hospital
02.2019 - 04.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered and maintained comfort, treatment, medication, intravenous infusion and health care to support patient needs.
CNA
Hancock Medical Center
03.1998 - 05.2005
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
GED -
Technical College System of Georgia
Atlanta, GA05.1993
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Injection Administration
- Health and Safety Requirements
- Medical Records Management
- Nursing Assistance
- Safety Behaviors
- Charting and Documentation
- First Aid Certification
- Medication Administration
- Personal Care Support
- Menu Preparation
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Specimen Collection
- Care Plan Assessment
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Dietary Needs
- Cook Healthy Meals
- Ability to Lift
- Patient Care
- First Aid and Safety
- Developmental Disabilities
Timeline
DSP
Sevita
11.2021 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Atlanta Medical Hospital
02.2019 - 04.2021
CNA
Hancock Medical Center
03.1998 - 05.2005
GED -
Technical College System of Georgia
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