Shandra Barlow

Intensive Care Unit position. Working with patients of high acuity requiring intensive care, assisting nurses with regular ADLs as well as individual patient needs. Experienced with providing care as part of a team to a significant volume of injuries and illnesses including but not limited to Burns (1st, 2nd, 3rd degree), Amputations, neurological injuries/TBIs, traumas, Septicemia, drug overdoses, and more.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
• Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient conditions, adjusting care strategies accordingly for optimal results.
• Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.

• Assisted nursing staff in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
• Supported mobility activities, helping patients with walking and positioning.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care protocols.
• Reduced risks of skin breakdowns through diligent monitoring, repositioning of patients as needed, and effective wound care management under nurse supervision.
• Improved patient satisfaction by offering emotional support, engaging in active listening, and fostering positive relationships.
• Prevented falls among high-risk patients through vigilant observation, implementation of safety measures, and timely intervention when necessary.
• Supported family members during difficult times by providing empathetic communication, addressing concerns, and relaying pertinent updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

• Emergency room setting involving stocking supplies in IV carts, patient rooms, medication rooms, isolation carts, resuscitation rooms, and other locations. Position also include assisting the nursing staff in attaching patients to monitors, assisting with hospital gowns, providing nutrition and hydration, and assisting with any ADLs they might need during their stay. Assisting with transfers of high-risk patients to various areas of the hospital including diagnostic imaging and other units. Assisting other disciplines in tasks they require assistance to full scope and have an active role in code situations including code blues assisting with CPR and anything the rest of the code team may need.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient areas to ensure safety and hygiene standards.
• Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring their voices were heard in care discussions and decisions.
• Resolved conflicts effectively among team members to promote a cooperative work environment.
• Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.

• Casual position in a long-term care setting assisting residents with various tasks including ADLs including daily care, baths and showering, transfer assists, toileting clients, porter to and from meals, and assist with anything clients may need throughout the day and night.
• Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
• Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Promoted a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict infection prevention protocols.
• Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using evidence-based interventions.

• Casual position assisting residents with various tasks including ADLs including daily care, baths and showering, transfer assists, toileting clients, Medication Administration, porter to and from meals, and assist with anything clients may need throughout the day and night.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
• Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health management.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to schedules and dosages.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

• Assist residents with various tasks including ADLs including daily care, baths and showering, transfer assists, toileting clients, Medication Administration, porter to and from meals, and assist with anything clients may need throughout the day and night. Specially trained to check blood glucose and help with insulin administration at this facility.