Tracey Heydle
New Middletown
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience as an STNA at Woodlands, specializing in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing patient dignity through effective ambulation and bathing assistance. Proven adaptability in meeting diverse patient needs, with a focus on preventing pressure ulcers and ensuring safety.
Over 20 years of experience. Team player. Work closely with nurses and therapist to promote positive healing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
STNA
Woodlands
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
CNA
Mercy Health Hospital
03.2016 - 09.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
STNA
Woodlands
09.2008 - 03.2016
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
Education
Nursing
Ohio Valley College of Technology
East Liverpool, OHDiploma - Businey
Struthers High School
Struthers, OH06.1988
Skills
- End of life care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Dressing assistance
- Bathing Assistance
- Patient Care
- Continuing education
- Ambulation Assistance
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Transfers
Timeline
STNA
Woodlands
10.2021 - 10.2024
CNA
Mercy Health Hospital
03.2016 - 09.2021
STNA
Woodlands
09.2008 - 03.2016
Nursing
Ohio Valley College of Technology
Diploma - Businey
Struthers High School
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