Compassionate and adaptable care provider with a strong background in patient monitoring and post-procedure care. Demonstrated ability to train staff and maintain high standards in sterile technique, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab
RPH
Sayre
05.2018 - Current
Checked in patients and prepared them in holding room prior to procedures.
Monitored vital signs and performed patient shaving as needed.
Provided post-procedure care, including managing site and dressing changes.
Maintained sterile tables and stocked procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Delivered case carts to central processing for sterilization.
Operated control desk to inform doctor/nurse teams of upcoming surgeries and patient flow.
Conducted EKGs, assisted with treadmill stress tests, and transported patients for additional testing.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities in fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Mobility Specialist
RPH
Sayre
05.2016 - 05.2018
Facilitated mobility assessments for clients to determine needs and preferences.
Coordinated transportation services to enhance client accessibility and independence.
Developed individualized mobility plans addressing specific client challenges.
Educated clients on mobility devices and proper usage techniques.
Advocated for client needs within multidisciplinary team meetings and discussions.
Care Partner
RPH
Sayre
10.2012 - 05.2016
Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Communicated effectively with team members and healthcare professionals.
Monitored client health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Developed trusting relationships with clients through compassionate care.
Maintained clean and safe environments for clients to enhance comfort.
Documented client progress and care plans accurately for record-keeping.
Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and company protocols.
Assisted in daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Assisted with ambulation utilizing proper body mechanics techniques when transferring from bed, chair, wheelchair.
Respected the rights of clients by maintaining confidentiality of all information related to their personal lives.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
CNA
Elderwood
Waverly
04.2008 - 10.2012
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sayre High School
Sayre, PA
06-2006
CNA
Northern Tier Career Center
Towanda, PA
06-2006
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Patient care coordination
Sterile technique maintenance
EKG administration
Mobility assessments
Client advocacy
Training new staff
Team collaboration
Time management
Task prioritization
Accomplishments
Elderwood: CNA of the year Award. RPH: Nominated for the Mable Lamberson Nursing Awards. RPH: Nominated for the Rose Award.