Margaret Rivard
Jaffrey,NH
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with two years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Bringing a strong background in geriatric care and fostering collaborative relationships with patients' families. I am seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness Nurse
Broadview Assisted Living
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated continuity of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings by collaborating closely with case managers, social workers, and other key stakeholders.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
- Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
PCA
Broadview Assisted Living
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
Fitchburg, MA06.2024
High School Diploma -
Pennfoster
Online04.2022
Skills
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical record documentation
- Mental Health Support
- Geriatric Care
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Assessment
- Health monitoring
- Wellness care plans
- Ongoing care evaluations
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
Certification
BLS Provider
Dementia Training
Training and education in sexual and domestic violence
Timeline
Wellness Nurse
Broadview Assisted Living
08.2024 - Current
PCA
Broadview Assisted Living
05.2022 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
High School Diploma -
Pennfoster
BLS Provider
Dementia Training
Training and education in sexual and domestic violence
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