Quadrean Byrd
ESSEX
Summary
Compassionate Geriatric Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Autumn Lake Healthcare, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to continuous learning and implementing best practices in infection control and dementia care for improved patient outcomes.
Professional with substantial experience in geriatric care, prepared to make significant impact in supporting well-being and dignity of elderly patients. Strong focus on team collaboration and seamless adaptation to changing needs ensures reliable and effective care. Expertise in patient assistance, medical documentation, and compassionate communication, complemented by commitment to achieving measurable results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any concerning changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Attended continuing education workshops on geriatric nursing best practices, staying up-to-date on latest research findings in the field.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, performing regular room checks and sanitation procedures.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Changed incontinent patients and established verbal cueing for toileting, turning and repositioning to maintain skin integrity.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough hand-off reports on patient status and ongoing needs.
- Managed incontinence needs with dignity and respect, maintaining patient privacy throughout the process.
- Promoted increased independence among patients by encouraging self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Delivered high-quality personal hygiene care, including bathing, grooming, and oral care, for improved patient wellbeing.
- Lifted, moved, transferred and transported patients using proper body mechanics to prevent accidents.
- Documented bath record, bowel and bladder training, meal completion and flow sheets to support patient care plan.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly repositioning immobile patients according to established guidelines.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infinite Medical Express
08.2017 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Futurecare Irvington
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Educated family members on caregiving best practices, ensuring continuity of care upon discharge from the facility.
- Provided emotional support for both patients and their families during difficult times, offering empathy and understanding.
- Deescalated conflicts among residents by addressing their concerns with tact and diplomacy.
- Documented daily observations accurately within medical records systems for comprehensive tracking of patient progress over time.
- Enhanced patients'' cognitive abilities through engaging conversations and memory exercises.
- Referenced patient care plan to feed, bathe, dress, take vital signs and promote other individualized care while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Johns Hopkins Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2017
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by effectively prioritizing workload based on urgency and importance.
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
Education
Edgewood High School
Edgewood, MDNo Degree - Associate Science Nursing (ASN)
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD06-2027
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Top Knowledge Healthcare Institute
01-2016
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Client documentation
- Dementia care
- Infection control
- Activities of daily living
- Nursing support
- Postmortem care
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infinite Medical Express
08.2017 - Current
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Futurecare Irvington
05.2016 - 01.2018
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Johns Hopkins Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2017
Edgewood High School
No Degree - Associate Science Nursing (ASN)
The Community College of Baltimore County
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Top Knowledge Healthcare Institute
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