Mardia Barnard
Katy,TX
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant/Unit Secretary
Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access.
- Assisted nursing staff with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, ordering supplies and preparing charts.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
- Compiled reports on daily activities for review by supervisor.
- Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
- Monitored unit supply levels and notified management of ordering needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Autumn Leaves Memory Care
Katy, TX
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives related to medication management processes.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Sundance Memory Care
Katy, TX
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
The Orchard Assisted Living
Katy, TX
02.2013 - 04.2017
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Education
Medication Aide
Faith Health Training Institute
Houston, TX05-2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Faith Health Training Institute
Houston, TX06-2011
Certificate - Cosmetology
St. Paul Technical College
Saint Paul, MN03-1996
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
Irving, TX05-1993
Skills
- Housekeeping
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Medication Management
- Care Plan Implementation
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant/Unit Secretary
Houston Methodist
08.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Autumn Leaves Memory Care
08.2018 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Sundance Memory Care
03.2015 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
The Orchard Assisted Living
02.2013 - 04.2017
Medication Aide
Faith Health Training Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant
Faith Health Training Institute
Certificate - Cosmetology
St. Paul Technical College
High School Diploma -
Nimitz High School
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