Wendy Joseph
Darlington,SC
Summary
Experienced hospice and CNA/Medication Technician professional with 15+ years supporting ADLs, medication administration, vital signs, infection control, safe transfers, and compassionate home health care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Hospice Aide
McLeod Health Hospice
Florence, SC
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
- Supported comfort needs with repositioning, ambulation, and bedside assistance
- Documented patient observations in hospice records and care notes
- Followed infection control procedures during home visits and patient care
- Maintained clean supplies and prepared equipment for hospice visits
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician
Benton House of Florence SC
Florence, SC
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Documented resident care tasks and observations in charting systems.
- Communicated resident needs with nurses, families, and community care teams.
- Responded to resident call lights and provided timely comfort and support.
- Supported safe transfers using gait belts, wheelchairs, and lift equipment.
- Delivered meals to patients and provided feeding assistance, promoting nutrition and well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician
The Florence Presbyterian Community
Florence, SC
08.2012 - 09.2020
- Prepared and distributed medications per shift, ensuring accurate administration for optimal patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene, enhancing their comfort and dignity.
- Documented resident care tasks and observations in charting systems.
- Responded to resident call lights and provided timely comfort and support.
- Communicated resident needs with nurses, families, and community care teams, fostering a collaborative care environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing On Call
Darlington, South Carolina
05.2006 - 11.2009
- Supported patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting to promote dignity and hygiene.
- Facilitated mobility for patients while assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming to ensure safety and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
- Delivered personalized daily care to enhance comfort and well-being of patients in home health settings.
- Provided bedside care during short-term assignments across Nursing On Call facilities
Education
Associate of Science -
Northeastern Technical College
Cheraw, SC05-2018
High School Diploma -
Darlington High School
Darlington, SC05-2003
Skills
- Patient care
- ADL support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Safe transfers
- Care documentation
- Hospice charting
- Home health visits
- Care plan implementation
Certification
- Professional Medical Training - Medical Administrative Assistant
- Professional Medical Training - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Hospice Aide
McLeod Health Hospice
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician
Benton House of Florence SC
09.2020 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician
The Florence Presbyterian Community
08.2012 - 09.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing On Call
05.2006 - 11.2009
Associate of Science -
Northeastern Technical College
High School Diploma -
Darlington High School