Tricia Holness
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Experienced nursing assistant with a proven track record of providing quality care to patients in diverse medical settings. Recognized for strong communication and task prioritization abilities that aid in effective patient care coordination. Demonstrated proficiency in staying organized and efficiently prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environments, leading to optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Oncology
Darlene Gillotti
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Brook Healthcare
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Litchfield Woods Health Care Center
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Assisted Living Facility
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Apple Rehabilitation
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hale Home Care
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
Nursing Assistant Training - Nursing Assistant
Academy of Medical Training
Waterbury, CT01.2017
High School Diploma -
Newell High School
St. Elizabeth, Jamaica07.2007
Skills
- P>Certified Nursing Assistant
- P>Compassionate Care
- P>Documentation Accuracy
- P>HIPAA Compliance
- P>Vital Signs Monitoring
- P>Universal Precautions
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- ADL support
- Specimen collection
- Infection control
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient services
- Emergency response
- Patient education
- Data collection
- EKG interpretation
- Mobility assistance
- Clinical training
- Information protection
- Infection prevention
- Emotional support
- Medical equipment operation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
Certification
CNA
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Oncology
Darlene Gillotti
03.2024 - Current
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
11.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Brook Healthcare
07.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Litchfield Woods Health Care Center
02.2022 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Apple Rehabilitation
08.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Assisted Living Facility
12.2020 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hale Home Care
01.2017 - 11.2020
Nursing Assistant Training - Nursing Assistant
Academy of Medical Training
High School Diploma -
Newell High School
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