Patricia Harrington
ROLESVILLE,NC
Summary
- Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at UNC Rex Healthcare, skilled in direct patient care and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while effectively monitoring vital signs. Recognized for training new staff and advocating for patient needs, ensuring high-quality care and dignity in challenging situations.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
UNC Rex Healthcare
06.2004 - 04.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes accurately for nursing staff review.
- Supported nurses in administering medications and treatments as directed.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and care plans to enhance recovery.
- Trained new staff on proper patient handling techniques and facility procedures.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- 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.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Patient Care Technician
The Valley Hospital
Paramus, NJ
04.1993 - 03.2002
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, improving workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and medication management.
- Executed blood draws, EKGs, and diagnostic tests with precision and efficiency.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hackensack University Hospital
Hackensack, NJ
10.1989 - 03.1993
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Advocated for patient needs, facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes accurately for nursing staff review.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Nurses Aid 1 - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lincoln Technician Institute
Paramus, NJ06-1983
High School Diploma -
Hackensack High School
Hackensack, NJ06-1982
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Basic life support
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Compassionate
Electronic charting
End-of-life care
Transfer techniques
Urinary catheter care
Accomplishments
Certified Nursing Assistant
Precetor for Nurse Assistant
Helped with Bed safety board
Checking making sure bed alarm are in place of fall Patients
Certification
Basis life support (BLS) CPR Certified
Certified Nursing Assistant NA1
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
UNC Rex Healthcare
06.2004 - 04.2026
Patient Care Technician
The Valley Hospital
04.1993 - 03.2002
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hackensack University Hospital
10.1989 - 03.1993
Nurses Aid 1 - Certified Nursing Assistant
Lincoln Technician Institute
High School Diploma -
Hackensack High School