In search of supportive, forward-thinking organization to collaboratively provide quality healthcare services to needed populations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Tech
Atrium Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
Oversaw patient support for daily living needs. Conducted vital sign assessments, including height and weight measurements. Monitored and communicated changes in patient status to nursing staff. Collaborated with a team on a 36-unit floor to enhance patient care. Managed clerical duties related to patient discharge processes. Facilitated communication by answering phones and call lights. Completed comprehensive Epic training to improve patient management.
HOSPICE AIDE
RIVERSIDE
12.2010 - 07.2023
Assisted in crafting and executing tailored patient care plans. Monitored vital signs regularly. Kept precise records of patient care, noting conditions, evaluating progress, and addressing concerns as needed. Helped nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds. Supported patients with daily tasks like dressing, feeding, hair care, and oral hygiene. Offered psychosocial support, respite care, and crisis management assistance. Recognized and prioritized patient needs to improve time management for quality care. Handled sensitive and urgent situations effectively while advocating for patients when necessary. Coordinated care with families and providers, maintaining HIPAA and confidentiality standards.
DIRECT PATIENT SUPPORT
RIVERSIDE STAFFING
06.2013 - 09.2016
Provided direct support for patients in a hospital setting. Executed duties to assist physicians and specialist in various competencies such as MedSurg, orthopedic, general surgery, cardiovascular, as well as emergency room. Provided basic life support (BLS) utilizing CPR and AED, implementing critical thinking and problem solving skills to progressively improve patient outcomes. Documented and reported patient status and conditions. Obtained and recorded vital signs and observe and report blood glucose finger stick. Safely transported patients throughout the facility to various department when needed. Displayed flexibility in adapting to changing conditions.
DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II
EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL
02.2009 - 04.2011
Provide direct support and supervision for young adults in a psychiatric inpatient hospital. Executed behavioral and emotional interventions for individuals with history and current mental health, behavioral, or developmental disabilities. Provided care to promote safety, comfort, and a therapeutic environment. Utilized knowledge of symptoms and behaviors of common mental health disorders to provide acute care and crisis intervention. Accompanied patients to psychosocial rehabilitation groups as well as assist hospital personnel with transportation to medical appointments. Properly asserted authority and stimulated individual participation to promote an effective therapeutic climate.
Education
Basic Certified Nurse Technician - undefined
EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL
01.2009
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson
Denver, CO
06.2001
Skills
Make effective use of discretionary time without reducing quality care
Patient Care & Safety
Experienced with Dementia & Alzheimer’s population
Extensive knowledge of geriatric population
Exceptional writing skills with precision and clarity
Adept in teamwork and dependability
ABOUT ME
Professional, reliable, patient-focused, empathetic caregiver. Organized, tactful, and trustworthy with the ability to develop interpersonal relationships based on dependability and honesty