Shirlene Haggins
7892 Americana Circle APT 103,MD
Summary
Compassionate GNA and Unit Coordinator with strong patient care skills. Proficient in infection control practices and effective communication, committed to enhancing patient well-being and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
GNA, UNIT COORDINATOR
Lorien Health Services
Columbia, Maryland
10.2009 - Current
- Empowered residents to achieve greater independence in daily living activities and personal care needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs for [Number] patients daily and reported changes to nursing staff promptly, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff, adhering to infection control policies and enhancing overall safety.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and facilitating effective communication.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to foster a collaborative care environment and improve patient satisfaction scores by [%].
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents during activities, significantly enhancing their emotional well-being.
- Participated in training programs to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge, contributing to team goals and improving overall care quality.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior, promptly reporting findings to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers, ensuring safety for both patients and staff.
- Helped maintain a safe environment by following established protocols, resulting in zero safety incidents during my tenure.
- Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting for [Number] patients, ensuring timely medical responses.
- Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members, enhancing patient safety.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels for [Number] patients and reported changes to RNs and MDs, contributing to effective patient management.
- Assisted nursing staff members with daily patient care tasks, improving workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while providing care to patients, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Contributed to team meetings by discussing patient progress, treatment plans, and goals to enhance collaborative care and improve outcomes.
- Assessed the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients, ensuring holistic care delivery.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and cleaned according to guidelines, supporting a safe care environment.
- Conducted therapeutic activities with assigned patients, promoting engagement and improving their overall health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities, ensuring compliance with healthcare documentation standards.
- Offered emotional support to family members of hospitalized patients, enhancing their experience during challenging times.
- Educated patients on safety measures and fall prevention techniques, significantly reducing incident rates.
- Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation, and mobility, improving patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies, ensuring safety for all.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores, contributing to their comfort and health.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff to support patient care.
- Supplied, collected, and emptied patient bedpans on
Education
GED -
AACC
101 Collage Pkwy, Arnold, MD 2101211-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Infection control practices
- Respiratory Assistance
- Ostomy care
- Multitasking
- Patient room setup
- Client documentation
Medical Software Use
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
- Cognitive care strategies
- CPR certification
- Willingness to learn
- Long-term care support
Certification
- GNA 1 Certified-Maryland Board of Nursing issued
Timeline
GNA, UNIT COORDINATOR
Lorien Health Services
10.2009 - Current
GED -
AACC