Kortney Mann
Lebanon,PA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at the Department Of Veteran Affairs-Veterans Health Administration, adept in medical terminology and patient-focused care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through compassionate support and skilled medication administration. Excelled in maintaining safety protocols and infection control, enhancing patient engagement by 30%. Renowned for empathy and efficient care, fostering positive patient outcomes.
Diligent nursing assistant with background in providing exceptional patient care and maintaining meticulous health records. Demonstrated ability to support nursing staff and contribute to patient wellbeing through effective communication and empathy. Proficient in basic medical procedures and maintaining safe and clean environment.
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.
Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Department Of Veteran Affairs-Veterans Health Administration
04.2021 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Nursing Assistant and Medication Technician
Columbia Cottage Assisted Living
04.2019 - 04.2021
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Balanced the needs of multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in medication preparation and distribution, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
Nursing Assistant and Medication Technician
Juniper Village
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Balanced the needs of multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in medication preparation and distribution, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Nursing Assistant
Maple Valley Personal Care Home
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's University
Lancaster, PA05-2027
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Catheter care
- Electronic charting
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient assessments
- Light housekeeping
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
- Medical terminology
- Computer literate
- HIPAA
- Behavior redirection
- Specimen collection
- Continuing education
- Personal hygiene support
- Call light response
- Patient care and safety
- Empathy and compassionate care
- CPR certification
- Calm under stress
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Department Of Veteran Affairs-Veterans Health Administration
04.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant and Medication Technician
Columbia Cottage Assisted Living
04.2019 - 04.2021
Nursing Assistant and Medication Technician
Juniper Village
05.2018 - 04.2019
Nursing Assistant
Maple Valley Personal Care Home
09.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's University
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