Merlyn Antelope
Rapid City,SD
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Monument Health Care
06.2011 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Supported implementation of care plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Trained new nursing assistants in best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction through enhanced communication techniques.
- Mentored junior staff on effective caregiving strategies and teamwork dynamics.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
- Reinforced positive care environment by engaging patients in meaningful activities and conversations.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Bolstered patient satisfaction, offering compassionate support and addressing individual needs.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Optimized inventory management for medical supplies, preventing shortages and supporting patient care.
- Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
- Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- 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.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andres Bonifacio High School
Pasig City Philippines04-1988
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Monument Health Care
06.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Andres Bonifacio High School