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Andrew Nelson

West st.paul

Summary

Compassionate PCA with extensive experience at Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice, skilled in emotional support and behavioral management. Successfully enhanced patient mobility and comfort while ensuring safety and hygiene. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans, promoting independence and wellbeing for patients with diverse needs.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
2023 - 06.2025
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
  • Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient.
  • Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary outings for patients who required assistance outside of the home setting.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

PCA

Accra Care
2023 - 2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.

Education

Diploma

Central Seniir High
Saint Paul, MN
04.1991

Skills

  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Behavioral management
  • Emotional support
  • Dementia care

Certification

Stay certified pca. And vulnerable adult certificate

Timeline

PCA

Alliance Home Health Care & Hospice
2023 - 06.2025

PCA

Accra Care
2023 - 2025

Diploma

Central Seniir High
Andrew Nelson