Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at NurseWatch PTY LTD, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care documentation. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective communication, while maintaining strict infection control practices. Recognized for dedication to patient safety and quality care, consistently exceeding expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
NurseWatch PTY LTD
08.2022 - Current
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
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.
Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, contributing to effective treatment outcomes.
Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Nursing Assistant
SummitCare Smithfield PTY LTD
01.2018 - Current
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
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.
Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, contributing to effective treatment outcomes.
Coordinated with dietary staff to ensure patient nutritional needs were met, promoting overall health.
Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing all aspects of patient health.
Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW
04-2022
Diploma of Education - Diploma Laboratoty Technology
TAFE NSW
NSW
07-2018
Associate of Science - AGE CARE CERT. 3 AND CERT. 4
TAFE NSW
NSW
06-2016
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Patient care documentation
Infection control practices
Patient mobility assistance
Compassionate communication
Emotional support provision
Team collaboration
Patient nutritional support
Wound care assistance
Time management
Interpersonal skills
Cultural sensitivity
Call light response
Patient care
Patient feeding
Basic life support
Direct patient care
Recording vital signs
Patient-focused care
Infection control
Patient relationship building
Mobility assistance
Catheter care
Electronic charting
Patient relations
Companionship and emotional support
Patient assessments
Medication administration
Healthcare ethics
Computer literate
Behavior redirection
Specimen collection
Continuing education
Quality assurance
Medical records management
Collecting specimens
Monitoring fluids
Drug administration
Infection control procedures
Personal hygiene support
Patient care and safety
Linen management
Patient care quality
Empathy and compassionate care
CPR certification
Activities of daily living ADL support
Patient positioning
CPR/AED
Feeding assistance
Wound care
Patient safety management
Emergency response
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
NurseWatch PTY LTD
08.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
SummitCare Smithfield PTY LTD
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Diploma of Education - Diploma Laboratoty Technology
TAFE NSW
Associate of Science - AGE CARE CERT. 3 AND CERT. 4
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