Stephen Popolampo

• Handled stock and order supplies of medicines and drugs.
• Reviewed and monitored patient past and present medication records, checking for errors, incompatibilities and adverse reactions to avoid future complications.
• Developed effective relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal communication and collaboration in patient care.
• Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
• Maintained patient and medication records in compliance with government regulations and department policies and procedures.
• Reduced medication errors by designing and implementing targeted staff education programs and quality improvement initiatives.
• Performed pain assessment and took appropriate action according to standard operating procedures.
• Venipuncture
• Administration of IV medications
• Administration of intramuscular medications
• Serving of bed pan and cleaning them after use
• Serving of patient diet
• Wound dressing
• Nebulization of patient and oxygen administration
• Blood administration

• Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
• Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
• Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
• Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.

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• Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
• Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
• Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
• Developed strong communication skills through frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care process.
• Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for optimal results.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a positive environment conducive to healing.
• Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding, and charted intake for review.
• Assisted in wound care management, promoting faster healing and reducing the risk of infection.
• Demonstrated strong time management skills by effectively prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities when necessary.
• Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
• Supported the nursing staff by efficiently completing administrative tasks such as updating patient records and charting vital signs.
• Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic support during their hospital stay.