Sanjay Brown

Nursing Assistant

The Mount Sinai Hospital - Medical Surgical

1468 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10029

10.2018 - 03.2024

Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
Educated patients on prescribed medications, ensuring compliance with dosage instructions and awareness of potential side effects.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Intern Engineer

Education

No Degree - Computer Science And Programming

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Intern Engineer

No Degree - Computer Science And Programming

High School Diploma -

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