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Patricia Drish

Martinsburg

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Martinsburg Healthcare Center, skilled in patient-focused care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient safety through effective communication and implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved health outcomes. A reliable team player dedicated to fostering dignity and comfort in daily activities for residents.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Martinsburg Healthcare Center
08.2014 - 09.2025
  • Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and monitored vital signs for accuracy.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to enhance care coordination.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved health outcomes within facility.
  • Developed individualized care plans based on patients' needs and preferences, promoting personalized support.
  • Encouraged resident participation in therapeutic activities to enhance mental and physical well-being.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Colton Villa Nursing Center
08.1994 - 07.2014
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Education

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Reeders Training Program
Boonsboro, MD
07-1993

High School Diploma -

Gaithersburg High School
Gaithersburg, MD
06-1982

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminology

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Martinsburg Healthcare Center
08.2014 - 09.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Colton Villa Nursing Center
08.1994 - 07.2014

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Reeders Training Program

High School Diploma -

Gaithersburg High School

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