Pauline Germello
Lock Haven,Pennsylvania
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant and Private Duty Nurse with extensive experience in providing high-quality personal care and monitoring vital signs. Proficient in Alzheimer’s and Dementia care, ensuring patient dignity and safety. Strong bedside manner with a focus on improving patient comfort and wellbeing. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare Staffing
10.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- 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.
Private Duty Nurse
Advocate Home Health And Private Duty
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
- Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
- Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
CNA
Manorcare Health Services
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Susque-View Nursing Home
05.2014 - 12.2016
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
12.2015 - 06.2016
- 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.
Caregiver /CNA
Fulmers Personal Care Home
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lock Haven High
Lock Haven, PAAssociate of Arts - Cna Nursing Program Course
Keystone Central Area Votech
Lock Haven, PA05.1997
GED -
Adult Learning Center
Lock Haven, PA05.1994
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare Staffing
10.2021 - 03.2022
CNA
Manorcare Health Services
08.2018 - 12.2018
Private Duty Nurse
Advocate Home Health And Private Duty
10.2016 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
12.2015 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Susque-View Nursing Home
05.2014 - 12.2016
Caregiver /CNA
Fulmers Personal Care Home
08.2011 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Lock Haven High
Associate of Arts - Cna Nursing Program Course
Keystone Central Area Votech
GED -
Adult Learning Center
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