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Kimberly Fitzgerald

Athol

Summary

Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with experience in providing assistance in daily living and personal care services per care plan. Familiarity with monitoring patient condition by observing physical and mental conditions, Strengths include strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients, families, and staff. Adaptability to handle diverse patient needs and crises. Previous work has positively impacted patient lives through consistent provision of empathetic yet efficient care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

PCA

Applewood Home For Elders
Athol Springs
10.2018 - Current
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
  • Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
  • Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
  • Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
  • Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and facility protocols for quality service.
  • Communicated effectively with families regarding resident well-being and care updates.
  • Documented care provided to residents accurately and promptly in health records.
  • Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
  • Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
  • Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
  • Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - EMT

Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
03-2002

Skills

  • Wound care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Personal care assistance
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Training staff
  • Family support
  • Medical terminology
  • End-of-life care
  • Diabetes management
  • Dementia care
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Health monitoring
  • Patient chart documentation
  • Medication storage
  • Willingness to learn
  • Vital signs
  • Patient bathing
  • First aid administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Problem-solving

Languages

American sign language
Limited
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PCA

Applewood Home For Elders
10.2018 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - EMT

Quinsigamond Community College

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