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Work History
Education
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Pam Roark

Mount Orab

Summary

Compassionate STNA with extensive experience at Emerald Trace, skilled in vital signs monitoring and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while maintaining safety standards. Recognized for effectively collaborating with nursing staff to streamline care processes and improve patient outcomes. Dedicated to continuous education and delivering high-quality care.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

STNA

Emerald Trace
02.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas to ensure safety.
  • Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and supplies for procedures.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Communicated effectively with patients and families to address concerns and needs.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance overall patient care experience.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
  • Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.

STNA

Shift Key Agency
05.2015 - 01.2023
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
  • Contributed to an inclusive environment by treating all patients with respect and cultural sensitivity.
  • Coordinated mealtime assistance for patients requiring feeding support, ensuring proper nutrition intake daily.
  • Safely transported patients throughout the facility using proper transfer techniques and equipment.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends.
  • Administered basic first aid when necessary, prioritizing patient well-being above all else.
  • Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of medications and treatments.
  • Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

STNA

Arden Courts Memory Care
05.2013 - 01.2015
  • Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
  • Supported rehabilitation efforts through consistent implementation of prescribed therapeutic exercises.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

STNA

Salem Woods Nursing Home
02.1992 - 02.2013

Bathing feeding, blood pressure finger sticks

Range of motion all the daily needs of living

  • Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
  • Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Education

Basic

New Richmond High School
New Richmond, OH
04.1974

Skills

  • End-of-life care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Patient care
  • Continuing education
  • Basic life support
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Positioning patients
  • OSHA standards
  • Safety measures
  • Maintaining boundaries
  • Personal hygiene
  • Fall prevention
  • Toileting assistance
  • Confidentiality
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Reliable team player
  • Bedside manner
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Electronic charting
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Patient relationship building
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Compassionate
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Mobility assistance
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Recording vital signs
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Light housekeeping
  • Direct patient care
  • Preparing meals
  • Patient lifting
  • Specimen collection
  • Observing responses
  • Activity coordination

Timeline

STNA

Emerald Trace
02.2023 - Current

STNA

Shift Key Agency
05.2015 - 01.2023

STNA

Arden Courts Memory Care
05.2013 - 01.2015

STNA

Salem Woods Nursing Home
02.1992 - 02.2013

Basic

New Richmond High School