Marissa Cocker
Kasson
Summary
Enthusiastic Patient Care Assistant motivated to work with patients, families and care teams efficiently. Friendly, adaptable, and collaborative professional successful devising satisfying solutions to complex problems.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic
02.2020 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
Resident Care Assistant
Prairie Meadows Assisted Living
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Delivered exceptional care to residents with diverse needs, ranging from dementia and Alzheimer''s patients to those requiring physical rehabilitation support.
- Increased resident independence by aiding with mobility exercises and daily activities.
- Provided emotional support for residents during difficult transitions or personal challenges, enhancing overall mental wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, organized living space for each resident, fostering a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.
Education
Advanced Hospital Nursing Assistant Diploma - Health Care
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN12.2019
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Basic Life Support
- Room preparation
- Safety Protocols
- Compassionate Care
- Mobility Assistance
Unit Coordinating Council member
Current member of Marybrigh 9 D/E unit Coordinating Council.
Safe Mobility Champion
As a Safe Mobility Champion I attend quarterly meetings to learn and implement safety standards and practices. I then teach and share with my colleagues on MB 9. I collaborate with nursing leadership to promote positive change in reduced patient injurys/ falls and work place injuries.
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic
02.2020 - Current
Resident Care Assistant
Prairie Meadows Assisted Living
06.2019 - 12.2019
Advanced Hospital Nursing Assistant Diploma - Health Care
Rochester Community And Technical College