Rachel Nelms
Memphis
Summary
Knowledgeable Patient Sitter with solid understanding of patient needs and safety protocols. Proven ability to maintain comfort while ensuring patient well-being. Demonstrated skills in monitoring patient status and effective communication with healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Sitter
Xanitos
Memphis, TN
11.2023 - 06.2026
- Supervised patients without distraction to prevent accidents, falls, or unauthorized removal of medical equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs during hospital stays.
- Observed and documented patient behavior for medical staff review.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to ensure hygiene standards.
- Monitored patient safety and comfort in diverse healthcare settings.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Comfort Keepers
Shelby County, TN
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
Education
High school diploma -
Central high School
Memphis, TNSkills
- Stress tolerance
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Patient monitoring
- Housekeeping
- CPR training
- Light housekeeping
- Feeding assistance
- Patient communication
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Patient Sitter
Xanitos
11.2023 - 06.2026
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Comfort Keepers
02.2021 - 08.2022
High school diploma -
Central high School