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Andrea OToole

Papamoa,BOP

Summary

Compassionate Health Care Assistant with extensive experience at Medcall Nursing Bureau, excelling in patient monitoring and care coordination. Proven ability to administer medications and educate patients on health management, while demonstrating strong teamwork and attention to detail. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and well-being in diverse healthcare settings.

Helpful professional committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.

Professional with experience interacting with patients daily to deliver top-quality healthcare services. Practiced in recording vital signs and supporting medical staff with various patient care tasks. .

Compassionate Health Care Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in patient care, medical terminology understanding, and emergency response readiness. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient support and care coordination.

Compassionate Health Care Assistant with background in providing quality patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and medical support tasks. Highlight strengths in patient communication, health education, and maintaining a safe environment for patients. Demonstrated impact in previous roles through effective teamwork, uplifting patient morale, and streamlining office procedures for efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Medcall nursing bureau
, Tauranga
06.2013 - 02.2016
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment in patient care areas.
  • Documented patient care activities and observations accurately in records.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care plans.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness practices effectively.
  • Administered medications as directed by medical professionals and policies.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
  • Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
  • Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
  • Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
  • Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
  • Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.

Education

Health Care Assistance Level 4 - Health Care Assistants

Waiariki Polytechic
02.2008 - 12.2008

Skills

  • Patient monitoring
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Health education
  • Infection control
  • Care coordination
  • Record keeping
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Home health aide (HHA)
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Inpatient care
  • Quick problem solver
  • Oral hygiene
  • Support services
  • Feeding assistance
  • Patient positioning
  • Home care aide
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • Teamwork
  • First aid certification
  • Heavy lifting
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Nutrition management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Medcall nursing bureau
06.2013 - 02.2016

Health Care Assistance Level 4 - Health Care Assistants

Waiariki Polytechic
02.2008 - 12.2008
Andrea OToole