Mary Jo Kilgus

• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
• Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
• Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
• Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
• Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
• Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• 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.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• 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.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Provided person care and comfort to patients on hospice Also providing emotional support to their families

• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
• Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Daily care, social outings for residents, med pass ,helping residents with basic living skills

Personal care , answering call lights within a timely manner, daily vitals, wound care ,skin assessments, reporting findings to a licensed Nurse