Meriam Lopez
Southbridge,MA
Summary
Adept at fostering patient wellbeing and comfort, my tenure at Harrington Hospital honed my compassionate care and vital signs monitoring skills & fostering patient wellbeing and comfort. as well as Excelling in fast-paced environments, Demonstrating time management and empathy, I successfully manage high-stress situations in the best way possible. I've consistently improved patient satisfaction and safety! My ability to multitask and provide empathetic support stands out, showcasing a blend of critical thinking and heartfelt patient assistance!
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Harrington Hospital
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Harrington Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2020
- Contributed to efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to housekeeping requests and emergencies.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to address unique cleaning needs for patients with special requirements or conditions.
- Performed deep-cleaning tasks on a regular basis to maintain optimal cleanliness levels throughout the entire facility.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by adhering to strict guidelines regarding the handling of biohazardous materials and waste disposal procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by maintaining a clean and comfortable hospital environment.
- Assisted with laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and delivering clean linens to appropriate units within the hospital.
- Supported patient privacy by adhering to strict confidentiality policies and procedures when working in sensitive areas of the hospital.
- Facilitated timely room turnovers by efficiently stripping linens from beds and prepping them for laundry services.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
House Keeping
Sturbridge Host Hotel
09.2001 - 09.2007
- Coordinated with housekeeping, maintenance, and front office teams for seamless hotel operations.
- Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure timely room turnovers and optimal guest experiences.
- Ensured timely room turnovers by coordinating efforts between front desk and housekeeping teams.
- Collaborated with housekeeping team to coordinate linen supply for guest rooms and public areas.
- Supported housekeeping staff by stocking supplies, removing trash, and handling laundry tasks as needed.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment through consistent housekeeping practices.
- Utilized time-management skills to balance childcare responsibilities alongside light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
- Exceeded brand cleanliness standards by consistently implementing best practices in housekeeping techniques and procedures.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper housekeeping techniques, ensuring consistency across the team.
Package Handler & Molding
G&F
01.1998 - 12.2000
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
- Enhanced process stability by conducting routine maintenance on molding machines and peripheral equipment.
- Immersed workpieces in coating solutions or liquid plastic
- Developed expertise in various molding techniques, enhancing versatility as a skilled molder within the organization.
Education
GED
Puerto RicoSkills
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Daily living assistance
- Patient documentation
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Sterilization techniques
- Medical equipment operation
- Active listening
- Patient assistance
- Healthcare expertise
- Vitals documentation
- Restocking supplies
- Patient hygiene management
- Time management
- Calm under stress
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Personal care aide (PCA)
- Professional boundaries
- Hygiene maintenance
- Patience and tact
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Respectful and compassionate
- Strong communication skills
- Empathy and patience
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PCA
Harrington Hospital
01.2020 - Current
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Harrington Hospital
10.2007 - 01.2020
House Keeping
Sturbridge Host Hotel
09.2001 - 09.2007
Package Handler & Molding
G&F
01.1998 - 12.2000
GED
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