WENDY GETTENBERG
Toms River,NJ
Summary
At Home Helpers, I enhanced patient satisfaction and care quality through vital signs monitoring and compassionate support, showcasing my proficiency in patient care and empathy. Leveraging ongoing professional development, I contributed to our team's success by improving care outcomes and fostering strong patient and family relationships.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
CHHA
Home Helpers
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
- Continuously maintained up-to-date knowledge on medical practices through ongoing professional development programs, enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient progress, ensuring optimal care outcomes.
- Safely transported patients to medical appointments or community events as needed, facilitating socialization opportunities and timely access to healthcare services.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, contributing valuable insights for comprehensive patient care plans.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' family members, fostering trust and open communication channels for effective care collaboration.
- Improved overall patient satisfaction by consistently providing attentive and respectful care services.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, promoting proper health management.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary needs, supporting patients'' overall health goals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Contributed to the overall success of the CHHA team by sharing best practices and strategies for improving patient care outcomes.
- Coordinated respite care services when necessary, allowing caregivers much-needed breaks while still ensuring excellent patient care continuity.
- Conducted regular safety checks in patient homes, reducing potential hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
- Assisted with mobility-related tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, promoting independence and injury prevention.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease prevention, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Education
Graduated - Science Education
Fluvanna County High School
Palmyra, VA07.1989
Skills
- Bathing Assistance
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
Timeline
CHHA
Home Helpers
06.2023 - 06.2024
Graduated - Science Education
Fluvanna County High School
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