LARICA BELL-Collins
Maple Heights,OH
Summary
Patient Care Nursing Assistant supports nursing staff in treatment and care of patients by assisting with daily life activities, transportation, cleanliness and performing basic nursing procedures taught during training and certification program. Identifies individual therapeutic requirements to care for personal needs, safety and comfort of patients and promotes positive physical, social and psychological environment. Practices medical asepsis, respects dignity and privacy with patient and family and maintains objectivity during patient care. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Specialist
ViaQuest Behavioral Health
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Home Health Aide
U-First Home Care Services
09.2014 - 02.2021
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough patient education and effective discharge planning.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients in various stages of recovery.
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly changing situations, responding promptly to unforeseen patient needs or requests from the nursing staff.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
STNA
Larock Healthcare Academy
Parma Heights Ohio 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Maple Heights High School
Maple Heights, OH05.2017
Home Health Aide
Med Cert Training Center
Maple Heights, OH08.2014
Skills
- EMR Updating
- Recording vital signs
- Patient relationship building
- Medication Administration
- First Aid / CPR Certification
- EKG Interpretation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Basic Life Support
- Personal Care Aide (PCA)
- Direct Patient Care
- Documenting behaviors
- Oral Hygiene
- Patient Care
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Timeline
Program Specialist
ViaQuest Behavioral Health
09.2020 - 12.2022
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
01.2019 - 11.2020
Home Health Aide
U-First Home Care Services
09.2014 - 02.2021
STNA
Larock Healthcare Academy
High School Diploma -
Maple Heights High School
Home Health Aide
Med Cert Training Center
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