Linda Clarke

Shower,dress, grooming, oral care,lite cooking, Hospice Care,R.O.M, laundry, assisted with emails

ADL'S, ambulation, shower, dress, oral care etc. Laundry, lite cooking, make Dr's appt and follow along.

• 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.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• 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.
• Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
• 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.
• Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.