Maricel Miller
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Assistant Nurse skilled in vital sign monitoring, patient record documentation, and daily living assistance. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse
Bundaleer Lodge Nursing Home
Brisbane, Ipswich, QLD
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Documented resident care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving techniques and safety protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Pharmacy AssistantT
The Generics Pharmacy
Infanta, Philippines
12.2015 - 11.2018
- Assisted customers with prescription inquiries and medication information.
- Managed inventory by restocking shelves and organizing products.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with pharmacists on medication dispensing and labeling tasks.
- Educated customers about over-the-counter medications and health products.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments accurately at the register.
- Supported the pharmacy team in daily operations and customer service initiatives.
- Maintained pharmacy counter and related areas in clean, neat and organized fashion.
- Delivered quality care to customers through close collaboration with pharmacist.
- Assisted customers with prescription refills, requests for over-the-counter medications and other health care products.
- Tracked expiration dates for all drugs in stock and discarded expired items according to regulations.
- Helped pharmacy staff prepare medications and fill orders.
- Processed payments from customers using cash registers and debit and credit card terminals.
- Monitored stock levels of both prescription drugs and over-the-counter items.
- Maintained inventory records by restocking shelves with pharmaceuticals.
- Adhered to all legal requirements relating to the safe dispensing of medication.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Martin de Porres Hospital/ Nursing Home
Chiayi City, Taiwan
05.2010 - 06.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care needs.
- Collaborated with nursing teams to implement patient care plans.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ospital ng Sta. Cruz, Philippines
Zambales, Philippines
05.2000 - 11.2009
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care needs.
- Collaborated with nursing teams to implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and wellness practices.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Education
Assistant Nurse
Queensland Health Academy
Ormeau, QLD01-2020
Associate of Science - Associate Nurse
Lyceum Northwestern University
Dagupan City, Philippines05-1997
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Care plan development
- Daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Customer service
References
Ma.Angelica Taguines
Bellbird Park,Redbank Plains
Qld., Contact number:
0435044852
Haari Lena Han
Registered Nurse
Bundaleer Lodge Nursing Home,
Holdsworth Road, Ipswich Qld.
Contact number:0401268426
Ma. Theresa Richards
Bundaleer Lodge Nursing Home
Holdsworth rd., North Ipswich
Qld.
Contact number:0415611319
Timeline
Assistant Nurse
Bundaleer Lodge Nursing Home
03.2020 - Current
Pharmacy AssistantT
The Generics Pharmacy
12.2015 - 11.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Martin de Porres Hospital/ Nursing Home
05.2010 - 06.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ospital ng Sta. Cruz, Philippines
05.2000 - 11.2009
Assistant Nurse
Queensland Health Academy
Associate of Science - Associate Nurse
Lyceum Northwestern University