Rachael Lancto

The continuation of skills from my previous NA position listed above (New skills taught to me by current employer).

Using EPIC to verify orders from the doctor in patient's chart.

Inserting IVs when asked by the nurse to ensure access to the vein for fluids and medications.

Inserting strait catheters when asked by the nurse to provide patient comfort or sterile urine samples.

Inserting foley catheters when asked by the nurse to provide patient comfort and a continues drainage/ measuring system for urine.

Perform blood draws with a straight/butterfly needle in order to collect blood samples from patient's when ordered.

• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health records.
• Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to the nurse supervisor.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
• Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health records.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• 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.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facilities and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care