Angelina Redell
Slidell
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapy professional skilled in patient care and rehabilitation techniques. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Strong adaptability, clinical reasoning and reliability in dynamic clinical environments. Expertise includes therapeutic exercises, patient education, and progress documentation. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well being through attentive and empathetic support, and therapeutic use of self. Ready to thrive in healthcare setting and eager to learn and grow with in my profession and help individuals regain confidence, restore functional abilities, and achieve a meaningful quality of life.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverbend Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Documented care provided in electronic health records accurately and timely.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care strategies.
- Assisted in mobility exercises, promoting resident independence and physical well-being.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Home Health Aide Certified Nursing Assistant
Clinton Home Rehab
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health management techniques and medication adherence.
- Assisted in maintaining an organized schedule for patients'' appointments, ensuring punctuality for critical visits with healthcare providers.
- Managed scheduling of appointments and transportation for patients to ensure timely interventions.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within patients'' homes by conducting thorough cleaning of living spaces, reducing potential health hazards.
- Supported meal planning efforts for dietary-restricted individuals by preparing nutritious meals that adhered to doctor-prescribed guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a point of contact for all parties involved.
- Assisted patients in overcoming mobility challenges by providing support with transportation and movement around the home.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Charity Nursing School Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LAAssociate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-2025
Nurse Aide Certification - Nursing Assistant
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges
Clinton, IA09-2011
Associate of Science - Science Education
Clinton Community College
07-2011
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's Dominican High School
New Orleans, LA05-2000
Skills
- Certified in BLS ( AED/CPR) Exp: 08/2026
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Direct patient care
- Activity analysis
- Clinical reasoning
- Professional ethics
- Documentation proficiency
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Adaptive equipment
- Patient rehabilitation
- Therapeutic intervention
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverbend Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Home Health Aide Certified Nursing Assistant
Clinton Home Rehab
10.2011 - 12.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Charity Nursing School Delgado Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Delgado Community College
Nurse Aide Certification - Nursing Assistant
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges
Associate of Science - Science Education
Clinton Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's Dominican High School