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Work History
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Nathan Ballard

Bethlehem,USA

Summary

Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Seniors Helping Seniors
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client comfort and quality of life.
  • Monitored client health, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by adhering to sanitation protocols and safety guidelines.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and family members regarding care needs and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing client needs while ensuring consistency in care delivery.
  • Supported clients with mobility assistance, enhancing their ability to engage in daily routines.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Traveled to different client's homes to provide care to them.
  • Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
  • Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Facilitated client transportation to appointments, ensuring punctuality while providing emotional support during visits.
  • Experience using the WellSky app.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.

Patient Care Technician, Nurse Extern

Northeast Georgia Health Systems
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
  • Supported patients with mobility assistance, enhancing their independence and well-being.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care strategies.
  • Administered basic first aid when necessary, responding effectively to emergencies.
  • Follow and utilize proper protocols for checking blood glucose levels
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
  • Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Used evidence-based practices to guide decision-making, resulting in optimal patient outcomes.

YMCA Pryme Tyme Summer Camp Counselor

Brad Akins YMCA
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all campers.
  • Facilitated group games and team-building exercises to foster camaraderie among participants.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing camp programs, adapting to camper interests and needs.
  • Monitored camper behavior, providing guidance and support to resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of camp facilities, promoting a healthy environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to enhance overall camp experience through teamwork.
  • Developed creative arts and crafts projects, encouraging self-expression among campers.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for all campers, promoting teamwork and respect among peers.
  • Increased camper satisfaction by consistently providing a high level of enthusiasm and energy throughout daily activities and special events.
  • Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to develop creative solutions for behavioral issues, resulting in improved camper conduct.
  • Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environments.
  • Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
  • Communicated with families to keep parents informed on child's camp experience and address any concerns or issues.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behavior from campers both individually and within group settings.
  • Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between campers when necessary, promoting healthy communication skills within the group dynamic.
  • Implemented safety protocols during recreational activities, reducing the risk of injuries among campers.
  • Assisted with meal preparations and clean-ups to maintain clean and organized camp environment and keep campers well-fed.
  • Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, medical information, and incident reports as required by regulatory standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with parents by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during pick-up and drop-off times.
  • Fostered positive and inclusive camp environment, leading to noticeable increase in camper satisfaction.
  • Enhanced safety protocols, resulting in summer free of major incidents.
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.

Staff Member

Jersey Mike's Subs
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assisted in daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and productivity.
  • Managed inventory levels, maintaining accuracy in stock records and replenishment processes.
  • Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices for seamless integration.
  • Implemented safety protocols, fostering a secure work environment for all personnel.
  • Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction and service quality.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • Responded sensitively and competently to service customers with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
  • Greeted clients and guests and assisted with variety of questions to foster exceptional customer service.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
  • Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with colleagues through regular meetings and communication.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by fostering a positive work environment and promoting open communication among staff members.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.
  • Developed and improved time management and organizational skills to maximise personal productivity.
  • Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and guidelines for business operations.
  • Supported the professional development of team members by regularly sharing best practices, encouraging ongoing learning, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Implemented innovative problem-solving techniques during challenging situations, resulting in swift resolution of issues without compromising quality standards.
  • Optimized inventory management, reducing waste and ensuring availability of key supplies.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Ensured that all food items were stored properly.
  • Responsible for working with the slicer to slice meats and cheeses for sandwiches.
  • Followed standard protocol to bake bread and desserts.
  • Provided meat for cheese steaks, and grill cheese steaks following the standard protocol.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Truett McConnell University
Cleveland, GA
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Apalachee High School
Winder, GA
05-2021

Skills

  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR certification
  • Patient observation
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Problem-solving
  • Basic life support
  • Infection control standards
  • Patience and empathy
  • Compassionate communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong teamwork
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Customer relations skills
  • Cash handling

Accomplishments

  • Supervised group of 19 students in summer camp.
  • Worked with a patient load of about 8-12 patients per shift.
  • Won several awards in school band for outstanding performance, including most improved marcher, and most outstanding low brass
  • Achieved rank of First Dan in Karate and obtained a black belt.
  • Won awards for overachieving personal records in Track and Field.
  • Worked within my church to support local community outreach programs.

Certification

  • Personal Care Aide
  • AHA Basic Life Support & CPR

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Seniors Helping Seniors
04.2025 - Current

Patient Care Technician, Nurse Extern

Northeast Georgia Health Systems
05.2024 - 12.2024

YMCA Pryme Tyme Summer Camp Counselor

Brad Akins YMCA
05.2021 - 07.2023

Staff Member

Jersey Mike's Subs
07.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Truett McConnell University

High School Diploma -

Apalachee High School