Compassionate STNA with extensive experience at Chillicothe Post Acute, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient transfers. Demonstrated excellence in end-of-life care and fostering patient independence, enhancing satisfaction through personalized support. Committed to maintaining safety and dignity while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
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Whitney Lovely
Bainbridge,OH
Summary
Overview
1
Certification STNA
Work History
Chillicothe Post Acute
Stna
Job overview
- 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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to an inclusive environment by treating all patients with respect and cultural sensitivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
- Coordinated mealtime assistance for patients requiring feeding support, ensuring proper nutrition intake daily.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends.
- Administered basic first aid when necessary, prioritizing patient well-being above all else.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts through consistent implementation of prescribed therapeutic exercises.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of medications and treatments.
- Educated family members on proper home health care techniques, empowering them to be active participants in their loved one''s recovery process.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Angles at Heart Home Care
Nurse
Job overview
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Ross County Home Health
Stna
Job overview
- Safely transported patients throughout the facility using proper transfer techniques and equipment.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- 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.
Education
Greenfield McclainGreenfield, OH
12
University Overview
Laurel Oaks Wilmington, OH
Stna from Nursing
University Overview
Skills
- End-of-life care
- HIPAA compliance
- Dressing assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Ambulation assistance
- Basic life support
- Continuing education
- Patient care
- Feeding assistance
- Maintaining boundaries
- Safety measures
- Toileting assistance
- Fall prevention
- Range of motion exercises
- Personal hygiene
- Confidentiality
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Stna
Chillicothe Post Acute
Nurse
Angles at Heart Home Care
Stna
Ross County Home Health
Greenfield Mcclain
12
Laurel Oaks
Stna from Nursing
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