Yvette Powell
Indianapolis,IN
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Medication Assistance
Bethany Village Nursing Home
Indianapolis, IN
08.1985 - Current
- Administer medicine
- Assist residents with their daily needs
- Assist with residents with feeding
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
PCA
Community north rehab hospital
Indianapolis, IN
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
Nursing Scheduler
Various buildings of American Senior
Indianapolis, IN
03.2003 - 05.2018
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive nursing schedule to ensure adequate coverage of shifts.
- Created and managed an on-call system for nurses to cover unexpected staffing needs.
- Monitored staff attendance records and leave requests to identify potential scheduling conflicts.
- Analyzed staffing trends and workloads in order to adjust schedules as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee assignments, vacation requests, overtime hours.
- Collaborated with Human Resources team to ensure compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
- Attended meetings with supervisors and administrators to discuss upcoming events requiring additional staffing resources.
- Ensured accuracy of payroll information by verifying hours worked against timecards submitted by employees.
Education
Social Service Designee -
Martin University
Indianapolis, IN01-2014
Certification - QMA/CNA
Idea College of Lockyear
Indianapolis04-1985
High School Diploma -
Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School
Indianapolis, IN06-1981
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Organization
Timeline
PCA
Community north rehab hospital
05.2018 - 12.2021
Nursing Scheduler
Various buildings of American Senior
03.2003 - 05.2018
Qualified Medication Assistance
Bethany Village Nursing Home
08.1985 - Current
Social Service Designee -
Martin University
Certification - QMA/CNA
Idea College of Lockyear
High School Diploma -
Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School