Teresa Atchison
Plantersville,AL
Summary
Nursing assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric care facility residents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Jerry Atchison
Plantersville, AL
04.2017 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches, as directed by nurse or physician.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep her husband and home aid informed of changes.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hatley Health Care & Rehabilitation
Clanton, AL
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for average of 60 patients per shift in nursing facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep lpns informed of changes.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Dallas County High School
Plantersville, AL2016
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Dallas County Trade School
Associate of Science - undefined
Gerorge C Wallace Selma Al
2018
Associate of Science - undefined
Gerorge C Wallace Selma Al
2018
Skills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
i love being in the medival feid and i really hope that i am able to return .
I graduated too of my class and even won the ace compaction I plan to continue my education and hope to start at this hospital.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Jerry Atchison
04.2017 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hatley Health Care & Rehabilitation
06.2016 - 03.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Dallas County High School
undefined
Dallas County Trade School
Associate of Science - undefined
Gerorge C Wallace Selma Al
Associate of Science - undefined
Gerorge C Wallace Selma Al