CARE PARTNER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

The Care Partner possesses experience in various healthcare environments, including acute care settings, long-term care facilities, and physician offices/clinics, with proficiency in entering data into electronic medical records. This position holds a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association and is equipped with basic medical terminology knowledge, computer skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. This role requires strong customer service abilities, interpersonal skills, and the capacity to work collaboratively with healthcare providers, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and maintain composure in stressful or emergency situations.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Care Partner Resume
  • Patient Care
  • CPR Certification
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Medication Administration
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Assessment Techniques
  • Documentation Skills
  • Familiarity with Health Information Systems (HIS)
  • Basic Nutrition Knowledge
  • Compassion
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Communication
  • Patience
  • Stress Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Flexibility
  • Teamwork
  • Active Listening
  • Cultural Competency

Summary of Care Partner Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Nursing with 4 years of Experience

  • Current license as a Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct resident contact.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) current certification or ability to obtain certification
  • Knowledge of physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs of the senior and/or frail elderly population and families.
  • Ability to prepare and administer medication and treatments accurately and timely.
  • Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices in a caregiving function.
  • Skilled in effective and appropriate written communication.
  • Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents, co-workers, family members, and management.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, instruments and equipment and how to use and maintain them.
  • Ability to appropriately use equipment, facilities, and materials to do certain work.

2. BA in Psychology with 2 year of Experience

  • Ability to chart via Electronic Medical Records.
  • Ability to exhibit high standard of ethics, accountability and responsibility.
  • Ability to take initiative and demonstrate personal traits of high level of motivation.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally
  • Ability to place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.
  • Experience and basic computer proficiency (internet, email, Microsoft Office).
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
  • Ability to work in virtual and diverse teams
  • Communication and Public Speaking
  • Processes, Methodologies and Tools.

3. BS in Health Sciences with 1 year of Experience

  • Experience in acute care setting, long-term care facility, physician office/clinic
  • Ability to enter information into an electronic medical record
  • Basic medical terminology
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA)
  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language
  • Basic computer skills
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care 
  • Ability to multi-task essential
  • Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential
  • Strong detail orientation

4. BA in Social Work with 3 years of Experience

  • Ability to communicate effectively (both verbal and written).
  • Ability to interact with patient, co-workers, and physicians in a courteous, service-oriented manner.
  • Demonstrates an attitude of cooperation and flexibility by responding to varying and unpredictable situations.
  • Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to transport and lift patients using hospital approved lifting devices or techniques.
  • Assemble oxygen equipment.
  • Blood glucose monitoring 
  • Strong Computer skills, Medical terminology.
  • Experience in training program or in work setting.
  • Personal time management skills
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