Pallavi Patel
Hicksville,NY
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and basic life support. Committed to delivering individualized support and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sterling Hospital
Ahmedabad,Gujarat India
06.2012 - 12.2013
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Supported patients with mobility, fostering independence through tailored assistance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients on post-discharge instructions for improved recovery outcomes.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professionals.
Nursing Assistant
Lions Hospital
Mehesana India
03.2012 - 05.2012
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly for effective patient management.
- Assisted nurses with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Supported patients with daily activities, enhancing their overall well-being and independence.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Bolstered patient satisfaction, offering compassionate support and addressing individual needs.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
High School Diploma -
GUJARAT BOARD
NURSE ASSISTANT - Nursing Education
TECHNICAL EXAMINATION BOARD
Skills
- Patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic life support
- Patient lifting
- Urinary catheter care
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- End-of-life care
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Medical terminology
- HIPAA compliance
- Healthcare ethics
- Reliable team player
- Patient support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sterling Hospital
06.2012 - 12.2013
Nursing Assistant
Lions Hospital
03.2012 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
GUJARAT BOARD
NURSE ASSISTANT - Nursing Education
TECHNICAL EXAMINATION BOARD