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Mary Walker

Detroit,Michigan

Summary

To secure a position as a health care professional with a medical team that is dedicated to total patient care.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bortz Health Care of Women
07.1991

Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health System Beaumont
08.2020 - Current
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
  • Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
  • Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
  • Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
  • Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Reinforced positive care environment by engaging patients in meaningful activities and conversations.
  • Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
  • Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Patient Sitter

Beaumont Health System
01.2012 - Current
  • Obtained verbal report from patient's nurse to include information regarding the patient's identified care or language barriers as well as any special consideration (NPO, bed alarms, etc).
  • Observed patient's activity, behavior, and communicates on a regular basis to the nurse.
  • Communicated in a professional manner and demonstrated respect for the patient, families and significant other and other health care members.

Patient Transporter

Beaumont Health System
06.2009 - Current
  • Provided safe and timely transportation of patients to departments throughout the hospital including the morgue, specimens, pickups and delivery, admits and discharges and maintenance of transporting equipments.
  • Comforted patients and their families by offering support and encouragement; being punctual and attentive to procedures schedule; demonstrating caring and cultural sensitivity.
  • Maintained safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with state and federal legal regulations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Relevar Home Care
06.2010 - 10.2012
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs, and weight; testing urine; recording intake and output information.
  • Provided patients’ personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinal, bath, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves; assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping showers and baths.
  • Protected organization’s value by keeping patient information confidential.

Anesthesia Aide

Beaumont Health System
05.2007 - 06.2009
  • Collected and documented patients’ pre-anesthesia health histories.
  • Verified availability of operation room’s supplies, medications, and gases.
  • Monitored and documented patients’ progress during post anesthesia period.

Education

Diploma - undefined

Martin Luther King High School
Detroit, MI

Certificate - Marketing Management

Detroit Business Institution
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Vital Signs
  • Recording
  • Glucose Testing
  • Straight Catheterization
  • Dressing Changing
  • Catheter Care
  • Intake/Output
  • Ostomy Care
  • Range of Motion
  • EKG

Certification

Certified nursing assistant

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Corewell Health System Beaumont
08.2020 - Current

Patient Sitter

Beaumont Health System
01.2012 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Relevar Home Care
06.2010 - 10.2012

Patient Transporter

Beaumont Health System
06.2009 - Current

Anesthesia Aide

Beaumont Health System
05.2007 - 06.2009

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bortz Health Care of Women
07.1991

Diploma - undefined

Martin Luther King High School

Certificate - Marketing Management

Detroit Business Institution

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