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Meagen Thomas

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Gallagher Home Health Services, skilled in end-of-life care and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while effectively managing challenging behaviors. Committed to maintaining safety and promoting independence through personalized care and strong communication skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

Stepping Stones Group
04.2025 - Current
  • Supported students in daily living tasks, enhancing their independence.
  • Monitored children's activities closely.
  • Provided compassionate companionship and emotional support.
  • Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.

CNA Hospice Aide

Gallagher Home Health Services
09.2019 - 09.2024
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities
  • Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.

Mental Health Assistant

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2018
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
  • Conducted regular checks on patients'' physical safety and emotional well-being, promptly reporting concerns as needed.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.

Patient Care Technician

UPMC Mercy Hospital
10.2014 - 04.2017
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

PCA

Chartiers Manor
05.2009 - 08.2014
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Assisted with bathing and grooming tasks to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.

Education

Diploma -

Sto-Rox Junior-senior High School
McKees Rocks, PA
06.2007

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Behavioral management
  • Emotional support
  • Dementia care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Emergency response
  • Infection control
  • End-of-life care
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient documentation
  • English language

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

PCA

Stepping Stones Group
04.2025 - Current

CNA Hospice Aide

Gallagher Home Health Services
09.2019 - 09.2024

Mental Health Assistant

Lifecare Behavioral Health Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2018

Patient Care Technician

UPMC Mercy Hospital
10.2014 - 04.2017

PCA

Chartiers Manor
05.2009 - 08.2014

Diploma -

Sto-Rox Junior-senior High School

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