Lena Weaver
Aragon
Summary
Skilled Nursing Care Partner with a proven track record at WellStar Kennestone Hospital, adept in patient advocacy and offering emotional support. Energetic and compassionate individual with natural ability to provide exceptional patient care and support. Excelled in enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through strong clinical judgment, demonstrated adaptability and interpersonal skills, contributing to effective team training and patient care optimization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Care Partner
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
05.2018 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring and timely reporting of vital signs and potential concerns.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize daily responsibilities effectively while managing patient caseloads ensuring that all individuals received the attention/care needed, as well as maintaining flexibility in response to changing needs or emergencies.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff members on unit policies and clinical procedures ensuring that they were adequately prepared for their roles.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to expand knowledge base related to best practices in nursing care partnering roles.
- Provided support for family members during challenging times by offering resources, guidance, and empathetic listening skills. Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized nursing care
Billing Office Clerk
Conifer Healthcare Solutions
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Maintained composure in stressful situations and continued to provide helpful and kind guest services for fantastic customer satisfaction.
Home Health Aide
Proclaim Home Care
01.2017 - 11.2017
- My patient was a teen who had cerebral palsy, wheelchair stricken, non-verbal, with seizures.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted patient with dressing, grooming, bathing, feeding needs, frequent reposition, and assisted with physical therapy exercises to help overcome, and adapt to the challenges of mobility restrictions.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs. Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Transported patient to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing. A few activities we did together were Special Olympics and Joy Prom.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GA05-2025
Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Positive attitude
- Patient advocacy
- Adaptability
- Emotional support and companionship
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking
Timeline
Nursing Care Partner
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
05.2018 - Current
Billing Office Clerk
Conifer Healthcare Solutions
01.2018 - 04.2018
Home Health Aide
Proclaim Home Care
01.2017 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
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