Virginia Baxter

PSW

Chartwell Oxford Gardens

10.2014 - 11.2024

Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized care plans for individual patients.
Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
Trained and coordinated work of new support workers.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
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.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Palliative Care Training and Certified
Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.