Nursing Assistant Patient Care

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WENDY CAROLINA MEJIA GRADIZ

*********@*****.*** 757-***-**** Hampton, VA 23666

Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.

Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns.

Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.

Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.

Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with experience in providing assistance in daily living and personal care services in patients' homes per care plan. Familiarity with monitoring patient condition by observing physical and mental conditions, intake and output, exercise. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and staff; ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; adaptability to handle diverse patient needs and crises. Previous work has positively impacted patient lives through consistent provision of empathetic yet efficient care.

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Rehabilitation suport

Adaptive equipment knowledge

Medical terminology

basic therapy massage

Cook

Cleaning, sanitizer.

stomach back care,

terminal care,

dementia care.

Compassionate care

Oxygen therapy

Emotional support

Infection control

Nutrition monitoring

Meal preparation

Care plan implementation

Physical therapy assistance

Daily living assistance

Mobility support

Vital signs monitoring

Diabetes management

Cultural sensitivity

Range of motion exercises

Seizure precautions

Medication reminders

Transfer techniques

Dementia care

Client advocacy

Patient documentation

Emergency response

Personal hygiene assistance

Family support

Safety awareness

Summary

Skills

Experience

MOORE COMFORT HOME CARE

MIATELE AVE 359 NORFOLK, V

Norfolk, Virginia

PCA

07/2024 - Current

Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols. Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes. Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.

Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.

Performed vital signs monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.

Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.

Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.

Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized. Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention. CAREPLUS HOME HEALTH SERVICES

8298 OLD COURTHOUSE Vienna,

Virginia

PCA

12/2023 - Current

Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols. Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes. Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.

Performed vital signs monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.

Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.

Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.

Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.

Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.

Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.

Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized. Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention. Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.

Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.

Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.

Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies. Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis. Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.

Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner. Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.

Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.

Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.

Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.

Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns. Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.

Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.

Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.

Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel. Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes. Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.

Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs. Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals. Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.

Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.

Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.

Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores. Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs. Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.

Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.

Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times. Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.

Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.

Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.

Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.

Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.

Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.

Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.

Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.

Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.

Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.

Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers. Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Completed routine maintenance and repair.

Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals. Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Updated and maintained databases with current information. Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently. Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.

Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.

Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.

Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems. Managed household errands and other essential duties. Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals. Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems. Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Education and Training

CarePlus Home Healt Services 8298 OLD COURTHOUSE RD SUITE B VIENNA, VA 22182 High School Diploma

12/2023

Alfa & Omega School The Chili

High School Diploma

05/2010

English:

Limited

Certificate of Completion

THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT DRIVER

Certificate a PCA

Certificate

OF COMPLETION

IN RECOGNITION OF SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION IN:

Basic Life Support - BLS

HCP - CPR (Adult / Child / Infant / Choking)

Automated External Defibrillation / First-Aid

ETC.

Yes

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