Compassionate Nursing Assistant possessing exceptional communication and organizational skills. Offering 9 years of experience in providing basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Accustomed to feeding, bathing, grooming and transporting patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Northport VAMC
Northport, NY
02.2015 - Current
Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
Worked full 40 hr day shift work week At a GS -5.6
Psych Aide
Brunswick General Hospital
Amityville, Ny
06.2006 - 02.2015
Conducted small group activities to reinforce learning objectives.
Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
Provided support and supervision to psychiatric patients during their daily activities.
Gathered information from patient interviews, behavior observations, and medical records to assist psychiatrists in diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Conducted group therapy sessions to help patients understand their feelings and improve interpersonal relationships.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
Assisted psychiatrists in preparing reports regarding patient status and progress towards recovery goals.