Angela Williamson
Rochester
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated PCA with extensive experience at Mayo Clinic Hospital, skilled in vital sign monitoring and wound care. Proven ability to provide emotional support and advocate for clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and fostering a safe, clean environment for optimal patient care. Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Rochester
01.2019 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- 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.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
DSP/CNA
Hiawatha Homes
Rochester
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
RCTC
Minnesota07-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Wound care
- Medication administration
- Patient documentation
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Infection control
- HIPAA compliance
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Cultural sensitivity
- Dementia care
- Emergency response
- Continuing education
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- End-of-life care
- Nutrition monitoring
- Family support
- Behavioral management
- Client advocacy
- CPR certification
- Patient positioning
- Medical equipment operation
- Professional bedside manner
Affiliations
- Family is everything, we enjoy camping fishing or relaxing movie nights. I also love to sit back with a good book.
Accomplishments
- I am a lead PCA trainer on my unit.
- I have received many above and beyond for compassion and caring for care on my pts
Certification
- BLS certified
- PN certification in progress
Timeline
PCA
Mayo Clinic Hospital
01.2019 - Current
DSP/CNA
Hiawatha Homes
03.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
RCTC
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