Theresa Nagy

Teaching restrengthening exercises, taking to different doctor appointments, setting up medications for the week, teaching to walk safely with a walker and then a cane. General housekeeping and laundry until client was able to do be herself. Helping with grocery shopping and organizing cupboards so that client could reach all needed items, and many other small jobs to provide a clean and safe environment for the client. Also, emotional support and companionship especially during times of depression.

• Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
• Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with patients.
• Coordinated healthcare appointments for patients, ensuring timely access to necessary medical services.
• Served as a dedicated advocate for patient needs when interacting with healthcare professionals or insurance companies.
• Facilitated open communication between family members and healthcare providers, fostering collaborative decision-making regarding patient care.
• Ensured safety and comfort for patients through meticulous attention to detail in administering medications, hygiene assistance, and mobility support.
• Provided emotional support to families by offering compassionate guidance on caregiving techniques and coping strategies.
• Increased independence for patients with mobility limitations by providing appropriate assistive devices and home modifications.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
• Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
• Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
• Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
• Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
• Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
• Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
• Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
• Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
• Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
• Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.