Vanessa Gomez

PCA

LBJ Hospital

11.2023 - 04.2025

Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Perform EKGs