Samantha Grant
Kinston
Summary
Conscientious professional with a strong background in assisting terminal patients and families through active listening, compassionate care and interpersonal skills. Communicative Hospice Aide committed to helping with activities of daily living for patients in both private residences and facility settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Aide
Sam’s Home Health
Kinston
08.2012 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in home settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and meal preparation.
- Monitored patient health by recording vital signs and reporting changes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure patient comfort.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship and conversation.
- Assisted families with resources and information about hospice services.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for patient care through adherence to established safety guidelines and policies.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient's plan of care.
- Compiled detailed documentation related to patient care services rendered.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Attended educational programs designed to enhance professional development.
- Assisted in the delivery of patient care services as delegated by the RN Case Manager or other healthcare professionals.
- Observed changes in patients' condition and reported any unusual findings to the RN Case Manager.
- Educated family members about disease process, end-of-life issues, symptom management strategies and community resources available for support services.
- Administered medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Facilitated bereavement counseling sessions for family members following a death.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Home Health Aide
Sam’s Home Health
Kinston
08.2007 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for care continuity.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Coordinated with family members to update on patient status and needs.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients through routine housekeeping tasks.
- Followed care plans established by nursing staff to meet individual patient needs.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
Lead Patient Care Coordinator
Sam’s Home Health
Kinston
02.2001 - Current
- Coordinated patient schedules to ensure timely home health visits.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to manage patient care plans effectively.
- Trained staff on protocols for patient interaction and care delivery.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Monitored compliance with health regulations and standards in patient care.
Education
NA2, Med Tech , Med Aid, BLS, Medical Assistant - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC 06.2008 - 08.2022
South Lenoir
Deep Run, NCSkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- End-of-life support
Certification
NA 2 License # 92193
(Na1 is required to keep current to renew NA2)
Med Tech and Med Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Sam’s Home Health
08.2012 - Current
NA2, Med Tech , Med Aid, BLS, Medical Assistant - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
06.2008 - 08.2022
Home Health Aide
Sam’s Home Health
08.2007 - Current
Lead Patient Care Coordinator
Sam’s Home Health
02.2001 - Current
South Lenoir
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