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Patricia Leistiko

Oak Hill,West Virginia

Summary

Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village Caregiving
06.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Beckley Healthcare Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Patient Care Assistant

CMAC Plateau Medical Center
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
  • Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice Of Southern WV
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • 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.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Patient Care Technician

Unity Point Health Trinity
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

Harper Mills
Beckley, WV
08.2016

GED -

Gaston College
Dallas, NC
04.1990

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Recording vital signs
  • Electronic Charting
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Mobility Assistance
  • End of life care
  • Adaptable
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Transporting patients
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Colostomy Care
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Specimen Collection
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Vital signs
  • CPR Certification
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Emotional Support
  • Infection Control
  • Catheter Care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant Lic # 72343

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Village Caregiving
06.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Beckley Healthcare Center
09.2023 - 05.2024

Patient Care Assistant

CMAC Plateau Medical Center
01.2023 - 09.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice Of Southern WV
09.2021 - 01.2023

Patient Care Technician

Unity Point Health Trinity
01.2018 - 06.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Harper Mills

GED -

Gaston College

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