Theresa Pleasant Bennett
Hospital University Of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia,PA
11
years of professional experience
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise at Hospital University of Pennsylvania, enhancing patient care through effective monitoring of vital signs and implementing safety measures. A reliable team player, skilled in direct patient care and dedicated to improving patient comfort and dignity while fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
11 Years 1 Month- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety protocols.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Compassionate
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Basic life support
Bedside manner
Dressing assistance
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Compassionate caregiver
Patient-focused care
Mobility assistance
Feeding assistance
Positioning patients
End-of-life care
Ambulation assistance
Urinary catheter care
Patient lifting
Adaptable
Transfer techniques
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hospital University Of Pennsylvania
09.2015 - CurrentRead More