Norhata Santiago
Jeddah
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Assistant with proven expertise in vital signs documentation and emotional support, honed at International Medical Center. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, enhancing patient comfort, and collaborating with healthcare teams to improve outcomes. Skilled in medical terminology and nursing assistance, consistently contributing to positive patient experiences and safety. Experienced Caregiver with solid background in healthcare and conscientious nature focused on supporting emotional and physical needs of each patient. Quality-driven and caring with high efficiency, strong relationship-building skills and open communication style.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
International Medical Center
03.2014 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Live-In Caregiver
Mr. Hassan Al-Sanea
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Established trust with clients and their families through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.
- Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Provided emotional support for both clients and their families during difficult times or transitions in care arrangements.
- Ensured safety and well-being of clients through rigorous health monitoring and medication administration.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Education
Caregiver/ Nursing Aide
Total Care International
Jeddah Saudi Arabia03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Cotabato Foundation College of Science And Tech.
Doroluman, Arakan Cotabato03.2003
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional Support
- Tracheostomy Care
- Nursing Assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Caregiver
- BLS Provider
Languages
Pilipino
Native language
English
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
International Medical Center
03.2014 - Current
Live-In Caregiver
Mr. Hassan Al-Sanea
04.2013 - 02.2014
Caregiver/ Nursing Aide
Total Care International
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Cotabato Foundation College of Science And Tech.
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