George Glowacki
Murwillumbah,NSW
Summary
Energetic Nurse Assistant with 36 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in Pressure Care, Wound Care, ACFI
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
Catholic Healthcare
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Assistant in Nursing
St Hedwig Village
02.2002 - 03.2021
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Certificate III - Aged Care And Community Services
Astute Training
Penrith, NSW06.2006
Skills
- Patient Feeding
- Infection Control
- Mobility Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Assessments
- Light Housekeeping
- Medication Administration
- Quality Assurance
- Records Management
- Client Documentation
- Computer Literate
- Recording Vital Signs
- Catheter Care
- Behavior Redirection
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- Healthcare Ethics
- Critical Thinking
- Empathy and Compassion
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
Catholic Healthcare
03.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant in Nursing
St Hedwig Village
02.2002 - 03.2021
Certificate III - Aged Care And Community Services
Astute Training
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