Monica Grimes
Carrollton,VA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Americare Plus Homecare Agency, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient vital signs monitoring. Skilled in direct patient care and patient relationship building, I excel in creating a supportive environment for patients. My attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols have significantly contributed to process improvements and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver/ Nursing Assistant
AmericarePlus Homecare Agency
Carrollton, VA
11.2014 - Current
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Increased client satisfaction by offering companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations throughout the day.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
General Production Worker
Smithfield Packing
Smithfield, VA
03.2014 - Current
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Maintained a clean work environment, ensuring compliance with both company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with coworkers to achieve daily goals and meet deadlines.
Education
N/A -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Portsmouth, VANursing Assistant Certificate -
Tidewater Nursing Inc.
Norfolk, VA08.2013
Massage Therapy Diploma -
Kee Business College
Chesapeake, VA12.2006
Skills
- Personal Hygiene
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Relationship Building
- Dementia Care/ Memory Care Unit
- Activities of Daily Living
- Emotional Support
- Basic Housekeeping
- Communication Skills
- End of life care/ Hospice
- Social interaction
- Patient Companionship
- Safe Patient Transportation
- Incontinence Care
- Medication Reminder
- Respite Care
- Diabetes Care
- Decision-Making
- Clear Communication
- Bedside Care
- Ability to Lift/ Repositioning
- Client satisfaction
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Checking Vitals
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver/ Nursing Assistant
AmericarePlus Homecare Agency
11.2014 - Current
General Production Worker
Smithfield Packing
03.2014 - Current
N/A -
Woodrow Wilson High School
Nursing Assistant Certificate -
Tidewater Nursing Inc.
Massage Therapy Diploma -
Kee Business College