Nykia Perkins
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Accomplished Care Partner with a proven track record at Legacyridge at Buckhead, enhancing patient safety and comfort through vigilant care and ethical advocacy. Skilled in patient companionship and emotional support, alongside expertise in HIPAA compliance and first aid. Demonstrated ability to improve team efficiency and patient well-being through dedicated service and compassionate care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Partner
Legacyridge at Buckhead
08.2024 - Current
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
- Facilitated the smooth transition between shifts by providing detailed hand-off reports to incoming care partners.
- Enabled efficient healthcare team collaboration through timely information sharing about changes in patients' conditions.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, common areas, and workspaces.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Ensured patient safety through regular room checks and vigilance regarding potential hazards or concerns.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Care Partner
Georgian Lakeside Resort
06.2024 - Current
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
- Facilitated the smooth transition between shifts by providing detailed hand-off reports to incoming care partners.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, common areas, and workspaces.
- Ensured patient safety through regular room checks and vigilance regarding potential hazards or concerns.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, enabling effective communication among healthcare professionals.
- Enabled efficient healthcare team collaboration through timely information sharing about changes in patients' conditions.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Communicated effectively with diverse populations by employing active listening skills and adapting language as needed for clarity and understanding.
Care Partner
Brickmont Assisted Living
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, upholding ethical standards in all aspects of care provision.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enabled efficient healthcare team collaboration through timely information sharing about changes in patients' conditions.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, common areas, and workspaces.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Ensured patient safety through regular room checks and vigilance regarding potential hazards or concerns.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
Team Members
Amazon Warehouse
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Team Member
Nike Warehouse
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
- Monitored and verified merchandise for proper prices and labels.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
Marion High School
Marion, ARNone - Criminal Justice
Dyersburg State
Dyersburg, TNSkills
- Compassionate Care
- Transportation Assistance
- End of life care
- Mobility support
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Daily living assistance
- Patient Care
- First aid and safety
- Dementia Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Companionship
- Emotional Support
- Flexible Schedule
Certification
First safety/first aid
TB TEST
PHYSICAL
CPR
Timeline
Care Partner
Legacyridge at Buckhead
08.2024 - Current
Care Partner
Georgian Lakeside Resort
06.2024 - Current
Care Partner
Brickmont Assisted Living
02.2024 - 05.2024
Team Members
Amazon Warehouse
07.2023 - 01.2024
Team Member
Nike Warehouse
09.2020 - 06.2023
Marion High School
None - Criminal Justice
Dyersburg State
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