DSP at Crawn Medical Center (2017-11 – 2018-12)
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs.
- Served clients regular balanced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Cleaned and organized client's living quarters to make living conditions more hospitable.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of residents.
- Entertained, conversed with, and read aloud to patients to keep mentally healthy and alert.
- Performed healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists.
Direct Care Worker at NeuroRestorative (2017-02 – 2017-11)
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, and eating, displaying patience and understanding.
- Supervised and assisted patients during showers and baths.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by following established protocols, illustrating effective decision-making capabilities.
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Direct Support Professional at Nurse Staffing Agency (2013-06 – 2014-04)
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, meal preparation, dressing, grooming, housekeeping duties.
- Maintained accurate records of client data including incident reports, progress notes, treatment plans.
- Provided guidance to clients in order to help them achieve their goals and objectives related to independent living skills.
Registered Nurse at Hospital Maternity (1999-06 – 2009-03)
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs as part of ongoing assessment process.
- Responded to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Performed accurate documentation in the electronic medical record according to established standards.
- Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
- Protected patients' rights and dignity by delivering care without judgment or discrimination.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
- Educated patients and family members about treatments, care requirements, and other relevant information.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations.
- Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Educated patient and family members on symptom management and supportive treatments to improve continuity of care.
Medical Assistant at Psychiatric Hospital (1995-11 – 1999-05)
