Summary
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Education
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Laurie Fusco

Laurie Fusco

Hanson,MA

Summary

Dedicated Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Private Duty Home Care, excelling in patient-focused care and vital signs monitoring. Achieved increased patient satisfaction through compassionate support and skilled medical equipment operation. Proven track record in improving care delivery, mentoring new staff, and ensuring patient safety. Expert in infection control with a strong foundation in CPR certification and empathetic patient care.

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Private Duty Home Care
  • 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.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
  • Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
  • Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
  • Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
  • Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
  • Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.

Education

English Education

Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Patient feeding
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient relationship building
  • Mobility assistance
  • Catheter care
  • Electronic charting
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Light housekeeping
  • Computer literate
  • Behavior redirection
  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient care and safety
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Community activities
  • Patient mobility support
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Call light response
  • Vital signs
  • Attention to detail
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Calm under stress
  • CPR certification
  • Oral hygiene
  • Activities of daily living ADL support

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Private Duty Home Care

English Education

Bridgewater State University
Laurie Fusco