Patty Carwile
Edgewood Summit
Charleston,WV
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
Dedicated PCA with expertise in personal hygiene assistance, emotional support, and vital signs monitoring. Committed to fostering a positive environment and enhancing resident independence.
Experienced personal care aide skilled in providing compassionate support and implementing safety protocols. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to develop tailored care plans, ensuring optimal well-being for residents.
Developed strong foundation in patient care within healthcare environment, focusing on providing compassionate support and assistance. Skilled in effective communication and time management, ensuring smooth coordination and quality care. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to contribute positively in dynamic environment.
Personable and compassionate with strong commitment to providing quality care to individuals. Knowledgeable about basic patient care principles and proficient in assisting with daily living activities and patient mobility. Dedicated to making positive impact on well-being and comfort of those in my care.
Work History
PCA
1 Year 7 Months- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented resident care plans accurately, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive resident care.
- Implemented safety protocols, enhancing overall well-being of residents in the facility.
- Provided compassionate support to residents, fostering a positive living environment.
- Trained new staff on care procedures and facility policies, improving team efficiency.
- Responded promptly to resident needs, demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, facilitating timely healing and recovery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Home Health Aide
7 Months- Provided compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance for clients.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
- Monitored client vital signs and reported changes in health status to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare teams to enhance client well-being.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
Pickup and Delivery Driver
1 Year 1 Month- Safely operated delivery vehicle to transport groceries to customers' locations.
- Executed efficient route planning to maximize delivery time and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, ensuring data integrity for inventory management.
- Assisted in training new drivers on delivery protocols and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Personal hygiene assistance
Behavioral management
Emotional support
Dementia care
Vital signs monitoring
End-of-life care
Daily living assistance
Mobility support
CPR certification
Mobility assistance
Professional bedside manner
Catheter care
Specimen collection
Hospice and palliative care
Information protection
Team collaboration
Active listening
Safety protocols
Patient hygiene management
Restocking supplies
Patient assistance
Monitoring patient conditions
Vitals documentation
Calm under stress
Time management
Empathy and compassionate care
Personal care aide (PCA)
Certification
CPR.
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Special Touch Home Care
04.2025 - 11.2025Read More
PCA
Edgewood Summit
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
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02.2024 - 03.2025Read More
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High School Diploma
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