Veronica Andrade

Care Assistant

Pilar S Delannoy

Burke, VA

06.2022 - 05.2024

Administered medications under the direction of a registered nurse.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
Kept detailed records of patients' medical histories and care plans.
Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the residents and patients.
Helped maintain a safe environment for all staff members and residents and patients by adhering to safety protocols.
Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
Assisted with physical therapy exercises prescribed by a licensed therapist.
Transported patients to appointments or other locations using wheelchairs or stretchers.
Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas within the facility.
Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
Assisted patients with personal care by bathing, dressing and grooming.
Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
Guided individuals to restroom for toileting and cared for incontinence needs.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
Documented observations of mental and physical health to report updates to supervisor.
Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
Transferred patients to and from beds, chairs or wheelchairs using principles of body mechanics and equipment such as gait belts.