Meredith McClain
Anmoore
Summary
With a proven track record at WVU Medicine United Hospital Center, I excel in delivering compassionate care and vital signs monitoring, enhancing patient wellbeing. My expertise spans behavioral management and emergency response, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in both personal hygiene assistance and creating supportive environments, I bring dedication and a deep understanding of patient needs to every role.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Home Health Aide
Amedisys Hospice
08.2009 - 01.2021
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Sales Associate
Elder Beerman
09.1998 - 08.2009
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Sales Associate
Sears
10.1995 - 07.1996
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport Highschool
Bridgeport, WV05-1991
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- End-of-life care
- Continuing education
- Transfer techniques
- Daily living assistance
Timeline
PCA
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center
01.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Amedisys Hospice
08.2009 - 01.2021
Sales Associate
Elder Beerman
09.1998 - 08.2009
Sales Associate
Sears
10.1995 - 07.1996
High School Diploma -
Bridgeport Highschool
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