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RESANELL RUSSELL

RESANELL RUSSELL

Houston

Summary

Highly organized individual with experience in providing direct patient care. Comprehensive understanding of the necessary skills to provide quality and compassionate care. Worked in acute and long-term care settings with proven track record of providing excellent patient care and customer service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rehab Tech

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - Current

• Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, turning patients to prevent wounds, and getting patients up out of bed.


• Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.


• Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.


• Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.

Patient Care Technician

Houston Methodist
01.2022 - 08.2023
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure
  • Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights
  • Utilized computer systems for charting patient data
  • Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
  • Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner
  • Placed ECGs for observing, monitoring, and documenting cardiac arrhythmias
  • Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Assisted with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing and grooming
  • Provided direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional
  • Maintained cleanliness of assigned work area according to infection control standards
  • Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning, and ambulating of patients
  • Maintained chart and filed paperwork, facilitating clerical functions
  • Provided emotional support to family members during times of stress
  • Transferred, admitted, and discharged patients, complying with principles of safe patient handling
  • Implemented nursing care plans by performing patient care activities under supervision of licensed nurses

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann
03.2020 - 01.2022
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure
  • Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights
  • Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
  • Reported changes in patient status to nursing staff in a timely manner
  • Placed ECGs for observing, monitoring, and documenting cardiac arrhythmias
  • Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations using established protocols
  • Provided direct patient care to patients with chronic illnesses or disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other healthcare professional
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing and grooming
  • Maintained cleanliness of assigned work area according to infection control standards
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control related to hand washing and universal precautions
  • Transferred, admitted, and discharged patients, complying with principles of safe patient handling
  • Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability
  • Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output
  • Utilized wheelchairs and moveable beds to transport patients to treatment units and operating rooms
  • Supplied, collected and emptied bedpans

Store Manager of Operations

PizzaHut
06.2015 - 03.2020
  • Managed daily store operations, including customer service, inventory management, cash handling and staff supervision
  • Established effective relationships with vendors to secure optimal pricing for merchandise
  • Reviewed monthly P&L statements for accuracy prior to submission
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent relations with customers
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews, disciplinary actions and attendance tracking
  • Provided technical assistance to staff when necessary
  • Initiated promotional activities such as special discounts and in-store events to drive traffic and boost sales revenue
  • Assisted in developing marketing campaigns that increased brand awareness within the community
  • Supervised the maintenance of store equipment ensuring it is functioning properly at all times

Certified Nursing Assistant

Capstone Healthcare
05.2013 - 06.2015
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
  • Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
  • Helped maintain a positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents
  • Utilized safe lifting techniques to transfer patients from bed to wheelchair or other mobility devices
  • Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during times of distress
  • Assessed patient needs and reported any changes in condition to appropriate staff members promptly
  • Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients
  • Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff
  • Exhibited compassionate attitude towards all patients regardless of age or disability level
  • Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns
  • Performed basic nursing procedures such as taking temperatures and pulse rates
  • Monitored vital signs of assigned patients according to established standards

Education

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing Candidate

Lone Star College
Houston, TX

High School Diploma - undefined

Eisenhower High School
Houston, TX
06.2011

Skills

  • Patient Observation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Services
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Professionalism
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Resident Care Partner
  • Specimen Collection
  • Emergency Response
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Catheter Care
  • Infection Control
  • Stress Management
  • Teamwork Abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • BLS

Timeline

Rehab Tech

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Houston Methodist
01.2022 - 08.2023

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann
03.2020 - 01.2022

Store Manager of Operations

PizzaHut
06.2015 - 03.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Capstone Healthcare
05.2013 - 06.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

Eisenhower High School

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing Candidate

Lone Star College
RESANELL RUSSELL