Cierra H.

Deliver routine daily medications, either prescription or non-prescription, to patients. Coordinate with different nurses to assist with patient care and medications. Follow written or verbal instructions on how to manage medications. Record medication dosages and times. Observe patients and document changes in their condition. Gather samples for analysis. Ensure equipment is routinely inspected and cleaned. Uphold all health and safety standards. Respond to patient emergency call signals, bells, or intercom systems to identify patient needs.

Possesses the ability to be punctual and dependable Communicating with Patients with Hearing, Vision and Speech Loss Applying and Changing Wraps and Bandages Assisting with Activities of Daily Living, such as grooming, bathing, toileting, oral and denture care, personal hygiene, feeding, ambulation, etc. Encouraging/Motivating Patients Patient Care Providing Comfort Care Changing Bed Linens While Patient is in Bed Identify Patient Needs Teamwork Adhering to Infection Control Protocols Cleaning and Disinfecting Equipment Ensuring Patient Rights Maintaining an Orderly and Clean Environment Maintaining Confidentiality Measuring and Recording Vital Signs Monitoring Physical/Emotional/Behavioral Changes Reporting Details of Changes in Patients to Nurses Utilizing Adaptive Equipment and Safety Devices Properly Established personal relationships with clients to ensure patient comfort and care.

Enabled patients to stay in their homes by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families. Monitored patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Supported patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands. Assisted patients by providing personal care services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming. Helped patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene. Helped family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient. Advises on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping. Recorded patient information by making entries in the patient journal and notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions. Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures, maintaining security precautions, and following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards. Protected the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.