Edward Carrigan
Folsom
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in patient care and team training. Known for strong empathy and effective communication in American Sign Language (ASL), contributing to improved patient satisfaction and compliance with care plans. Prepared to drive positive outcomes in a supportive healthcare setting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Trinity-Health
Media, PA
01.2014 - Current
- Coordinated assistance with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and maintaining a dignified environment.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient health and safety.
- Recorded patient care details with precision in electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated training sessions for new CNAs on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assessed and documented critical patient vitals to ensure optimal health monitoring.
- Supported patients in maintaining personal hygiene standards through effective assistance with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Responded to call lights, ensuring patient comfort and safety through adjustments of bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Oversaw feeding processes and tracked intake to ensure patients met their nutritional goals.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
LEAD PCA
Elwyn, Inc
Media, PA
10.2007 - 01.2014
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Monitored client behavior, health, and emotional well-being, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on best practices in personal care and client interaction strategies.
- Managed documentation of client progress, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Informed the message from Nursing to PCAs.
- Did the scheduling for PCAs.
- logged in the timesheet into Kronos.
Education
Certified Nursing Aide -
DCCC
Media, PAHigh School Diploma -
A. Lincoln High School
Philadelphia, PA06-1987
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Patient transfers
- Dressing assistance
- Problem-solving
- Toileting assistance
Languages
American Sign Lanuage
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Trinity-Health
01.2014 - Current
LEAD PCA
Elwyn, Inc
10.2007 - 01.2014
Certified Nursing Aide -
DCCC
High School Diploma -
A. Lincoln High School