Taletha Owensby
Palmetto Patriots Home
Gaffney
2027
years of professional experience
Dedicated CNA with a proven track record at Palmetto Patriots Home, enhancing patient care through effective vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Skilled in infection control and patient advocacy, I consistently foster independence and dignity, ensuring high-quality support and emotional well-being for residents. Committed to delivering exceptional care in diverse healthcare settings.
Work History
CNA
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Implemented infection control measures, promoting a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Advocated for residents' needs, ensuring their voices were heard within the care team discussions.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Bathing assistance
Attention to detail
HIPAA compliance
Feeding assistance
Basic life support
Dressing assistance
Maintaining confidentiality
End-of-life care
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Emergency response
Clinical documentation
Medication administration
Wound care
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Active listening
Flexibility and adaptability
Conflict resolution
Patient advocacy
Physical stamina
Health monitoring
Cultural sensitivity
Lifting and transferring
Medication assistance
Infection control practices
Toileting assistance
Patient hygiene assistance
Reliable team player
Recording vital signs
Safety precautions
Collecting vital signs
Bedside manner
Compassionate
Patient lifting
Patient-focused care
Electronic charting
Compassionate caregiver
Geriatric care
Direct patient care
Mobility assistance
Supporting personal needs
Companionship and emotional support
Documenting behaviors
Responding to emergencies
Patient relationship building
Medical terminology
Light housekeeping
Timeline
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