Kristina Gornick

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
• Supported residents during rehabilitation exercises, fostering engagement and well-being.
• Educated residents on personal hygiene practices, promoting health awareness and self-care skills.
• Trained new staff on caregiving protocols, improving team efficiency and service delivery.
• Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning tasks when needed.
• Promoted emotional support for patients and their families by actively listening and empathizing with their concerns during difficult times.
• Expedited communication between healthcare team members by actively participating in shift change report meetings and conveying relevant patient information effectively.
• Contributed to an inclusive atmosphere within the healthcare facility by respecting cultural differences and advocating for patient preferences regarding care.
• Facilitated patient comfort during personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting assistance.
• Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following infection control protocols.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients with various illnesses and disabilities.
• Provided exceptional bedside manner while administering medications under the supervision of licensed nurses or physicians.
• Contributed to an efficient healthcare team by effectively communicating with nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals about patient needs.
• Prevented complications from arising due to immobility by performing range-of-motion exercises on bedridden patients regularly.
• Supported the physical well-being of patients through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely reporting of any concerns or changes to supervising nurse.
• Expedited recovery progress by diligently following care plans established by the nursing staff or physicians.
• Strengthened relationships between nursing staff members through active collaboration on interdisciplinary teams focused on improving overall patient outcomes.
• Aided in the development of individualized care plans by accurately documenting observations on each patient''s condition daily.
• Reduced risk of injury for both patients and staff members through proper utilization of assistive devices during transfers or exercise routines.
• Maximized privacy during personal care activities by utilizing appropriate drapes or curtains and maintaining a respectful demeanor.
• Increased efficiency in medical record keeping through meticulous documentation of all administered medications, treatments provided, and relevant observations made during shifts.
• Prevented pressure ulcers on bedridden patients through regular repositioning, skin assessments, and reporting any concerns to the supervising nurse promptly.
• Ensured optimal nutrition intake for patients with dietary restrictions or difficulties swallowing by closely monitoring meal consumption and offering appropriate food alternatives when necessary.
• Supported quality of life for patients by engaging in meaningful conversations, therapeutic activities, and providing companionship during free time.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.

• Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
• Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
• Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records for compliance and continuity of care.

Going to different facilities to help when short staff

• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
• Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
• 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.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.