Sarah Wallman
Miamisburg,OH
Summary
Conscientious professional with a strong background in assisting terminal patients and families through active listening, compassionate care and interpersonal skills. Communicative Hospice Aide committed to helping with activities of daily living for patients in both private residences and facility settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Aide
Compassus Hospice
Dayton, OH
09.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in their homes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families about care needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Observed changes in patients' condition and reported any unusual findings to the RN Case Manager.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
STNA
Maria Joseph Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Dayton, OH
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Communicated effectively with residents to understand their needs and preferences.
- Documented resident interactions and care provided in daily logs accurately.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from patients or family members.
Hospice Aide
Day City
Dayton, OH
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in their homes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families about care needs.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
Patient Care Technician
Miami Valley Hospital
Dayton
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing and maintaining sterile environments.
- Collaborated with nurses to track inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the operating room before and after surgeries.
- Trained new staff on operating room protocols and best practices for efficiency.
- Assisted surgical teams by preparing operating rooms for procedures.
- Collaborated with nurses to maintain efficient workflow in the operating room.
- Implemented safety protocols to prevent infection and ensure patient well-being.
- Supported surgeons by providing necessary tools during surgical procedures.
- Attended departmental meetings, providing feedback to enhance future performance.
- Performed sterilization processes after procedures to complete room turnaround.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
STNA
Friendship Village
Dayton, Ohio
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Communicated effectively with residents to understand their needs and preferences.
- Documented resident interactions and care provided in daily logs accurately.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Monitored resident health status and reported any concerns to supervisors promptly.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from patients or family members.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Education
High School - undefined
Fairborn High School
Fairborn, OH05.2016
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Personal care assistance
- Patient documentation
- Terminal illness support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Heavy lifting
- Mobility assistance
- Palliative care
- Bed transfers
- Diabetic care
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Ambulation and exercise assistance
- Medical equipment operation
- Emotional support provision
- Family support
- Catheter care
- End-of-life care
- Dressing assistance
- CPR certified
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Compassus Hospice
09.2024 - Current
STNA
Maria Joseph Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - 08.2024
Hospice Aide
Day City
01.2021 - 10.2023
Patient Care Technician
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2021
STNA
Friendship Village
11.2017 - 08.2018
High School - undefined
Fairborn High School