Karla Doreen Coulson

Pursued ongoing education in nursing and healthcare fields to enhance professional knowledge.

Specialized in post-acute care, patient care, and hospital settings.

• Provided hospice support and long-term care services for patients.
• Delivered short-term care and therapy focused on activities of daily living (ADL).

• Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and equipment.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure quality patient care delivery.
• Educated patients on basic health practices and post-care instructions.
• Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing job duties.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Transported patients from one department to another using wheelchairs or stretchers in a safe manner.
• Observed patients' physical condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
• Recorded data related to patient activities such as vital signs, intake and output levels, weight measurements. on appropriate forms or charts per hospital policies.
• Provided support to nursing staff in the implementation of patient treatment plans.
• Attended regular meetings with nursing staff to discuss patient progress and new developments in the field of healthcare services.
• Participated in educational programs designed to enhance knowledge of healthcare practices.
• Monitored vital signs regularly for any indications of changes in health status or potential complications.
• Assisted nurses with patient care, including taking vital signs and providing personal care.
• Encouraged active participation from families when making decisions regarding patient care plans.
• Completed daily rounds throughout assigned units to ensure that all patients are comfortable.
• Helped maintain accurate inventory records of supplies used in patient care areas such as linens, medications, dressings.
• Performed basic clerical duties such as filing paperwork and answering phone calls from family members or outside agencies inquiring about patient status updates.
• Responded promptly to call lights or requests from patients while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Supported the delivery of medications, treatments, and other medical interventions according to established protocols.
• Assisted with wound dressing changes and other skin care procedures as directed by licensed nursing personnel.
• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
• Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
• Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
• Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
• Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
• Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
• Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Maintained sanitary conditions by providing immediate wound care and dressing changes.
• Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
• Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
• Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
• Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
• Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
• Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.