Compassionate and reliable healthcare professional with genuine dedication and experience in providing quality care and support. Recognized for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HHA
Epic Home Care
01.2004 - Current
Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
LPN
St. Luke Lutheran Community- Portage Lakes
08.2011 - 03.2019
Facilitated admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
Managed wound care, delivered treatment plans, and facilitated medical procedures.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Assisted long-term care residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
North Coast Medical Training Academy
Kent, OH
2010
Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy
North Coast Medical Training Academy
Kent, OH
2006
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
Medical documentation
Geriatric nursing
Infection control
Catheter care
Compassionate care
Diabetes management
Home healthcare
Hospice care
Patient mobility assistance
Wound care
Vital signs
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Staff supervision
Certification
Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.