Nicole Wood

• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• 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.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
• Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to [Number] patients per shift in [Type] medical facility.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Assisted patients in range-of-motion exercises through [Action] and [Action].
• Documented patient symptoms, medical histories and current medications with [Software] and [Software].
• Performed basic standardized wound care procedures by applying hot and cold packs and applying dressings and bandages to patients.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Collaborated with [Number] hospice houses with positive and professional end-of-life patient care.
• 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.
• 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.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
• 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.
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.

Worked as a private duty caregiver for a family for four years.