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CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
Professional Summary

Compassionate Certified Nurse Aide adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Ambitious with extensive experience in patient care. Strong communication skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education. Proficient and caring nursing team member with patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Skills
  • Can pass a drug test
  • Excellent problem-solving skills 
  • Basic Computer skills 
  • Adaptable
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Organizational Skills
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Lifting and moving patients 
  • Can stand for 8+ hours 
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Conducting intakes
  • Recording vital signs
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office Programs
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Compassionate
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Observing responses
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Patient-focused care
  • Quick learning
  • Very strong communication skills
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Data entry
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Transporting patients
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Interactive learning
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient management
  • Patient privacy
    • Work History
    Certified Nurse AideApr 2019 - Current
    Hemphill County Hospital DistrictCanadian, TX
    • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
    • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
    • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
    • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
    • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
    • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
    • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
    • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
    • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
    • Cared for average of 40 patients per 8 hour in a long term care facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
    • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep charge nurses informed of changes.
    • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
    • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding all patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
    • Participated in fun activities, including bongo, bingo, dominos, sorry, goldfish, watching movies, finger painting, coloring, puzzles, etc., with patients at each scheduled activity day to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
    • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
    • Transported patients to and back from hospital after emergency department visits.
    Certified Nurse AideJan 2018 - Apr 2019
    Wellington Care CenterWellington, TX
    • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
    • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
    • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
    • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
    • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
    • Employed mobility devices and Hoyer lift equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
    • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
    • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
    • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
    • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
    • Cared for average of 40 patients per 8 and/or 12 hour shifts in long term care facilities, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
    • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep charge nurses informed of changes.
    • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
    • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding all patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
    • Participated in fun activities, including bongo, bingo, dominos, sorry, goldfish, watching movies, finger painting, coloring, puzzles, etc., with patients at each scheduled activity day to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
    • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
    • Transported patients to appointments and back to the facility in facilities transportation van.
    Certified Nurse Aide/Restorative AideDec 2016 - Jan 2018
    Wheeler Nursing And RehabilitationWheeler, TX
    • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
    • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to charge nurse or abuse coordinator.
    • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings.
    • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
    • Offered expert mobility assistance with physical support, wheelchairs and other strategies.
    • Assisted patients with employing assistive devices such as splints and braces to support treatment goals.
    • Participated in fun activities, including bongo, bingo, dominos, sorry, goldfish, watching movies, finger painting, coloring, puzzles, etc., with patients at each scheduled activity day to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
    • Smoothly assisted, positioned and secured patients at therapy devices to support safe treatment protocols.
    • Coordinated with other internal departments and customers to keep operations running smoothly and solve both routine and complex problems.
    • Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
    • Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
    • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
    • Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
    • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
    Education
    High School DiplomaApr 2013
    The Masters Learning Institute Austin, TX
    Some College (No Degree): Nursing ScienceClarendon CollegeClarendon, TX
    • Coursework in Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2, English Composition 1, General Physiology, and Interpersonal Communication.
    • Majored in nursing science.
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    Resume Overview

    Companies Worked For:

    • Hemphill County Hospital District
    • Wellington Care Center
    • Wheeler Nursing And Rehabilitation

    School Attended

    • The Masters Learning Institute
    • Clarendon College

    Job Titles Held:

    • Certified Nurse Aide
    • Certified Nurse Aide/Restorative Aide

    Degrees

    • High School Diploma Apr 2013
      Some College (No Degree) : Nursing Science

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