Compassionate Patient Care Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
UTHealth Behavioral Health
Houston, Texas
10.2021 - Current
Taking patient vital sign monitoring, and patient behavior assessments.
Provided personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Used hospital-approved devices and techniques to transport and lift patients.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse to identify changes from prior measurements.
Report observation conditions and problem of patient to charge nurse
Certified Nursing Assistant
Divinity Hospices
Humble, TX
09.2017 - Current
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Humble, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Army Day Secondary School
Nigeria
07.2003
Skills
Patient Relations
Able to Lift 45 Pounds
Performing Patient Intakes
Collecting Vital Signs
Quick Problem Solver
Infection Control Procedures
Documentation Procedures
Observation Documentation
Fluid Measurement
Mobility Assistance
Feeding Assistance
Assisting With Personal Grooming
Linen Replacements
Risk Management
Catheter Care
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT)
Clinician I – Inpatient Psychiatry at UTHealth John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center / Harris County Psychiatric CenterClinician I – Inpatient Psychiatry at UTHealth John S. Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center / Harris County Psychiatric Center