Quentin Gough

Work History

UVA Medical Center

05.2024 - Current

Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.

UVA Medical Center

06.2023 - 05.2024

Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Supplemental Health Care/Desert Regional Medical Center

01.2022 - 02.2022

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Completed thorough documentation of all patient interactions and interventions for accurate record-keeping purposes.
Ensured patient safety by monitoring conditions closely and reporting changes to supervising nurses promptly.

Supplemental Health Care/S Francis Medical Center

10.2021 - 12.2021

Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Provided high-quality personal care services to patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Assisted nurses with patient monitoring, contributing to a safer and more efficient healthcare environment.
Managed challenging behaviors displayed by patients with mental health issues or dementia, maintaining a safe environment for all involved parties.

Brighton Place Spring Valley

04.2021 - 05.2021

Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
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.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Ascendo Healthcare/Good Samaritan Society St. Martin's Village

10.2020 - 01.2021

Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and equipment sterilization techniques.
Safely transferred and repositioned patients using appropriate body mechanics, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members.
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when working with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and rapport between caregiver and patient.
Promoted teamwork within the nursing unit by assisting fellow CNAs in their duties as needed, creating a positive work atmosphere conducive to quality patient care outcomes.
Streamlined nursing processes by effectively organizing supplies and equipment, improving overall efficiency in patient care delivery.