Paulla Degraphenreed
Akron,OH
Summary
Accomplished STNA with a proven track record at Summa Rehab Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through expert patient care and effective communication. Skilled in Basic Life Support and HIPAA Compliance, consistently promoted patient independence while ensuring safety. Demonstrated commitment by volunteering for extra shifts, contributing to a significant improvement in floor efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
STNA
Summa Rehab Hospital
Akron, OH
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Senior Tech/ PCNA
Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Akron, OH
09.2015 - 04.2022
- Assisted in improving patient outcomes by monitoring and documenting vital signs regularly, alerting nursing staff to any concerning changes that warranted immediate attention.
- Maintained patient privacy and dignity throughout the caregiving process, ensuring respect for their personal boundaries and preferences while providing care.
- Expedited the recovery process for post-operative patients via diligent monitoring of vitals signs, wound care management, and timely medication administration.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
STNA
Green Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Green, OH
03.2011 - 08.2014
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Education
Certification - Nursing Assistance
Stark State College
Canton, OHSkills
- Basic Life Support
- Needle disposal
- Patient Care
- Specimen labeling
- Blood Draw Techniques
- Communication abilities
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Entry
Timeline
STNA
Summa Rehab Hospital
10.2023 - 07.2024
Senior Tech/ PCNA
Cleveland Clinic Akron General
09.2015 - 04.2022
STNA
Green Village Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 08.2014
Certification - Nursing Assistance
Stark State College