Maria Cook

• Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating with staff members to coordinate patient care and optimize workflow efficiency.
• Facilitated smooth communication between patients and healthcare providers, addressing concerns, and clarifying treatment plans.
• Increased patient satisfaction through attentive listening skills and prompt resolution of issues or complaints.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends, contributing to enhanced service delivery.
• Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and compassionate support to healthcare professionals.
• Supported the prevention of hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by consistently applying best practices in all tasks performed.
• Ensured continuity of care by maintaining thorough records of patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a more comfortable healthcare environment.
• Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
• Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
• Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
• Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
• Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
• Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
• Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
• Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals and using established follow-up procedures.
• Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
• Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
• Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.

• Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
• Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
• Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
• Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
• Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
• Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
• Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
• Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
• Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
• Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
• Contributed to efficient patient care by accurately documenting medical information and maintaining up-to-date records.
• Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
• Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
• Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
• Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
• Facilitated smooth patient transfers by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and families for seamless transitions.
• Participated in ongoing training sessions, staying current with best practices in health care assistance.
• Enhanced patient comfort and safety by meticulously following hygiene protocols and assisting with daily living activities.
• Contributed to team meetings with insights on patient care plans, ensuring unified approach to health management.
• Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate care and attentive listening to concerns and needs.
• Maintained clean and organized patient environment, reducing risk of infections and enhancing patient well-being.
• Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with exercises and walking, promoting faster recovery and independence.
• Supported integration of technology in care practices, enhancing accuracy of patient monitoring.
• Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on healthcare best practices and emerging trends.
• Assisted in implementation of new healthcare protocols, leading to improved patient care processes.
• Supported healthcare teams in emergency situations, demonstrating agility and readiness to respond to patient needs.
• Reduced stress levels for patients and families by providing clear communication and timely updates on care plans.
• Improved patient care delivery by contributing to development of patient care plans.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive atmosphere in challenging times.
• Coordinated with healthcare professionals to update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring for signs of distress or complications and promptly alerting nursing staff.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Supported needs of 10- 16-22 - 22+ residents in varied departments under long-term care.
• Delivered high-quality care to Dementia, Rest Home, Private Suites and Hospital patients in varied facilities.
• Collected patient specimen samples and prepared for collection to distribute to Pathology Lab for further testing.
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Personal Carer IHC, Speech Impaired, Physical Disabilities.

Personal Care of Client needs, Meal Preparation, Housework and Laundry

Social Interaction into Community

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