Performed procedures such as blood glucose monitoring, inserting and removing foley catheters, and removal of IV's per nursing instructions.
Obtained specimens, weights, and vital signs of patients
Measured and recorded patient's intake and output
Facilitated communication by promoting psychological comfort, active listening, interviewing, patient teaching and discharge planning.
Promoted a safe environment with safety equipment such as call lights, side rails, restraints, etc. and implementing seizure precautions.
Promoted hygiene through bed making, bathing, oral care, denture care, hair care, foot and nail care.
Assisted with Elimination by providing a bedpan and urinal, caring for incontinent clients, and administration of enemas.
Provided pressure ulcer care by performing risk assessments, prevention strategies, cleaning and applying topical applications.
Provided wound care such as changing multiple dressing types, cleaning wounds, applying prescribed ointments and creams, and assessing and emptying wound drainage collection devices.
Promoted oxygenation through oxygen administration, airway maintenance and suctioning.
Administration of medications including IV, oral, topical, eye, ear, inhalants and suppositories.