Michaela Jo Gallagher
New Alexandria,PA
Summary
Proven CNA and Technical Partner with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining care at Excela Health Latrobe Hospital. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and demonstrating compassion, I significantly improved patient care quality. Expert in HIPAA compliance and conflict resolution, my contributions fostered a safer, more efficient care environment. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Loyalhanna Care Center
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Technical Partner
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
Manufacturing Production Associate
Philips Healthcare
10.2019 - 11.2021
- Helped maintain clean workspaces that complied with 5S standards for optimal organization, efficiency, and productivity within the facility.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Operated complex machinery efficiently while adhering to all safety guidelines set forth by the company and regulatory agencies.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Participated in troubleshooting efforts when problems arose during the manufacturing process in order to minimize disruptions to production schedules.
- Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with management.
- Improved product quality by adhering to strict quality control measures, conducting inspections, and promptly addressing any issues.
CNA
Quality Life Services - Apollo
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown
Monroeville, PA11.2012
High School Diploma -
Saltsburg High School
Saltsburg, PA06.2008
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Team Work
- Confliction Resolution
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Supporting personal needs
- Documenting behaviors
Timeline
CNA
Loyalhanna Care Center
08.2023 - Current
Technical Partner
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2023
Manufacturing Production Associate
Philips Healthcare
10.2019 - 11.2021
CNA
Quality Life Services - Apollo
06.2017 - 10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Sanford Brown
High School Diploma -
Saltsburg High School
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