Dedicated healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs, as well as skilled in HIPAA privacy compliance and patient-centered care, contribute to improved healthcare outcomes.
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Documented and resolved [Scanning patient files], which led to [Dr. could find fast and easy].
Skills
Effective Time Management
Personal Grooming Support
Client support
Data analysis skills
Patient Care Procedures
Accurate Vital Signs Tracking
Health and Safety Protocols
HIPAA Privacy Compliance
Basic life support
Facilitation of Behavioral Skills Training
Patient-Centered Care
Experience in the Healthcare Field
Work History
CNA
SnapCare
08.2024 - Current
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
CNA
Kevala Care
01.2022 - 07.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
AVAMERE TRANSITIONAL CARE AT SUNNYSIDE
05.2021 - 02.2022
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
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.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Supported needs of 9+ residents under long-term care.
Personal Care Assistant
AVAMERE AT KEIZER COURT
02.2021 - 05.2021
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as medical or nursing staff directed.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Direct Support Professional
AMIE’S COMMUNITY CARE LLC
04.2019 - 04.2020
Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Behavior Therapist
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc
11.2016 - 04.2019
Established trusting relationships with clients, providing a foundation for successful behavioral change.
Administered therapy and applied behavioral analysis techniques in school, home and community to facilitate client treatment plan.
Developed, managed and oversaw progress reports and treatment plan to document client progress and milestones.
Improved client behavior by implementing individualized therapy plans and interventions.
Documented client behavior and interventions attempted and collected and reported data using approved format, methods and forms.
Developed tools to help client acquire new skills and work towards goals of building communication and social interactions.
Advanced motor skill development through structured play activities designed to improve coordination and balance.
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