Salli-ann Ireland

PCA Duties in secured memory support unit.

• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
• Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
• Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
• Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times,
• Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician,
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
• Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
• Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
• Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
• Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
• Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
• Promoted social interaction among residents within a long-term care facility which enhanced overall quality of life.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health.
• Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

In Home Care support