Yvonne Brown
Lorain,OH
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurses Aide
Sprenger Health Care Lorain
06.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Rehabilitation Assistant
Mercy Health Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Utilized evidence-based techniques for pain management, helping patients achieve greater comfort levels while undergoing treatment.
- Monitored vital signs before, during, or after exercise routines to ensure safety while maximizing therapeutic benefits.
- Handled administrative tasks such as documenting daily notes about individual treatments provided by therapists.
- Fostered a positive and supportive atmosphere, encouraging patients to ask questions and express concerns about their rehabilitation process.
- Prepared patients for treatment by positioning, dressing or removing external supports.
- Assisted patients during ambulation to prevent injuries.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Unit Secretary
Mercy Health Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Processed patient bills and payments, double checking information for accuracy.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and promptly scheduling appointments.
- Streamlined unit operations by maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to patient information.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
- Reduced wait times for patients by accurately updating charts and promptly notifying physicians of changes in medical conditions or test results.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
- Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Expedited patient admissions process by gathering essential data from patients upon arrival and accurately entering it into electronic health records systems.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for patients, providing necessary documentation and instructions for follow-up care as directed by physicians or nurses.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Knowledge of Epic software
Hospice Aide
Mercy Health Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
- Ensured continuity of care by accurately documenting patient progress, observations, interventions, and outcomes in medical records.
Education
Certification - Certified Community Health Worker
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH04.2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Conflict Resolution
- Emergency Response
- Active Listening
- Bathing Assistance
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Documenting Behaviors
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
- EMR / EHR
- Medical Office Administration
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Mental Health First Aide Responder
Timeline
Nurses Aide
Sprenger Health Care Lorain
06.2023 - Current
Rehabilitation Assistant
Mercy Health Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023
Unit Secretary
Mercy Health Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
Hospice Aide
Mercy Health Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2022
Certification - Certified Community Health Worker
Cuyahoga Community College
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