Melissa Brinser
Elizabethtown,PA
Summary
Adept Patient Care Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at PennState Health, specializing in providing exceptional patient care and support. Skilled in medical terminology and vital signs monitoring, I excel in delivering personalized patient care and fostering positive patient experiences. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
PennState Health
Hershey, PA
10.2014 - Current
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Documented patient information in electronic medical records.
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, dressing and feeding patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Participated in various activities that promote comfort, safety and well-being of patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Recorded patient information in medical records accurately and completely.
- Supported doctors during examinations or treatments by providing supplies or tools required.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams regarding patient care plans.
- Assisted with ambulation devices such as walkers or canes when necessary.
- Assisted in the transfer of patients from bed to wheelchair or other equipment.
- Carried out infection control procedures according to hospital protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any changes to nursing staff promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Joy Vocational School
Mount Joy, PA06-1998
High School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
Elizabethtown, PA06-1998
Skills
- Patient observation
- Medical terminology
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Assisting with mobility
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood sugar monitoring
- CNA certification
- Recording vital signs
- Personal care aide
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Professionalism
Timeline
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
PennState Health
10.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mount Joy Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Elizabethtown Area High School
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