Laura Ann Abel
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Assistant with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and emotional support, honed at Broward Health North. Excelled in providing compassionate care, enhancing patient satisfaction, and maintaining high safety standards. Skilled in medical terminology and patient advocacy, contributing to improved patient outcomes and facility efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Broward Health North
06.2017 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changes in schedules or assigned duties while maintaining professionalism.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the facility.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Care Partner
St. Louis University Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions, supporting patients as they worked to regain strength and mobility.
Education
Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL05-1997
High School Diploma -
Coconut Creek High School
Coconut Creek, FL06-1989
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional support
- Blood glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Patient monitoring
- Feeding assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Seizure precautions
- Specimen collection
- Room preparation
- Compassionate care
- Verbal and written communication
- ADL support
- Nursing assistance
- Physical therapy support
- OSHA compliance
- CPR certification
- Wound care
- Restocking supplies
- Vitals documentation
- Documentation
- Safety protocols
- Goal setting
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Broward Health North
06.2017 - Current
Care Partner
St. Louis University Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2017
Nursing
Lewis And Clark Community College
High School Diploma -
Coconut Creek High School
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