Patient Care Assistant
Current· Observed nurses place and administer fluids/medication through an IV· Observed nurses give through explanation to patient on wound care and what medications are being given· Observed and assisted nurses with procedures like insertion of catheters, wound dressing, and bladder ultrasounds· Communicated closely with nurses and the patient about ensuring safe and quality care and discussing any nuances of present and future changes of their care plan· Communicated and performed each step of a blood draw on the patient while maintaining proper infection control· Learned and understood the importance of properly disposing needles and changing gloves when in contact with bodily fluids· Learned about different cultures and religions· Understood and emphasized the importance of patient safety by making hourly rounds, ensuring bed is at its lowest· Emphasized proper hand hygiene techniques to residents to avoid spreading any infection/illness· Learned and understood to use various verbal/non-verbal communication skills minding their psychological and/or mental health
