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Mindy James

Casper,WY

Summary

Accomplished healthcare professional with a proven track record in Long Term Care or Center, adept in patient care . Excelled in compassionate communication and vital signs monitoring, significantly enhancing patient well-being. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving abilities and teamwork, contributing to improved care standards and patient satisfaction.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Life Care Center
02.2024 - 11.2024
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Healthcare Support Worker

State Of California-CCWF
09.2017 - 10.2023
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

PCT

Tucson Medical Center
09.2014 - 10.2017
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • 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.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Supported needs of 8-12+ residents under long-term care.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

PCT Preceptor

University of Arizona
07.2014 - 12.2016
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
  • Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing vitals and Documenttion techniques.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.


Health Care Aide

Tucson Unified School District - Transportation
09.2007 - 05.2011
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
  • Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.

Education

Associate Of General Studies -

Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
05.2009

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Active listening
  • Basic life support
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Time management
  • Compassionate communication
  • Dressing assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient advocacy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Health monitoring
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care

Timeline

CNA

Life Care Center
02.2024 - 11.2024

Healthcare Support Worker

State Of California-CCWF
09.2017 - 10.2023

PCT

Tucson Medical Center
09.2014 - 10.2017

PCT Preceptor

University of Arizona
07.2014 - 12.2016

Health Care Aide

Tucson Unified School District - Transportation
09.2007 - 05.2011

Associate Of General Studies -

Pima Community College

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