Hellenia Grubbs
Stockbridge
Summary
Empathetic candidate experienced in safely transporting patients to and from locations. Patient-oriented and helpful professional adept at handling stressful situations. Works in full compliance with industry safety and sanitation regulations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transporter
Advance Pro Services
11.2022 - Current
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Assisted patients in using oxygen tanks and other medical equipment to manage smooth transition from hospital to designated location.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Communicated with patients, family members and healthcare staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Monitored patient progress to detect changes or unusual behavior and update medical personnel.
- Educated patients and families to provide information on hospital policies and procedures related to patient transport.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Helped other staff with patient transfers by moving patients between departments.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
- Aided patients with wound and pressure sore care, alleviating pain and stress.
Nursing Assistant
Jonesboro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Nursing Assistant
Fulton Nursing & Rehab
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Towers High School
Decatur, GA05.2018
Skills
- Patient Relations
- Vital Assessments
- Visitor Assistance
- General Housekeeping
- Equipment Moving
- Wheelchair Operations
- Transportation
- Computer Literacy
- Non Medical Supply Storage
- Customer Service
- Surgical Preparation Assistance
- Change Linens
- Patient Transportation and Transfer
- Customer Satisfaction
- Specimen Transportation
- Nursing Assistance
- Emergency Situations
- Infection Control
- Bedside Manner
Timeline
Patient Transporter
Advance Pro Services
11.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Jonesboro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2021 - 08.2022
Nursing Assistant
Fulton Nursing & Rehab
07.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Towers High School
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