Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with 6 years of experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records.
Skills
Medical office administration
Patient privacy
Patient-focused care
Recording vital signs
Direct patient care
Measuring bodily fluids
Feeding assistance expert
Responding to emergencies
Supporting personal needs
Transporting patients
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Documenting behaviors
Compassionate caregiver
CPR/First Aid Certified
Charting and clinical documentation
Indirect patient care
Regulatory compliance
Education
Wells Harrison High SchoolMonrovia Liberia West Africa, Expected in 12/2002 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Radford UniversityRadford, VAExpected in ā ā:Nursing - GPA:
Work History
Augustana Care Corporation - Certified Nursing Assistant Des Moines, IA, 02/2018 - Current
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Devereux - Direct Support Professional Newton, NJ, 04/2017 - 02/2018
Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to DSP treatment planning.
Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
Assisted patients with adjusting to hospital procedures and helped each thrive in highly structured settings.
Helped with diagnosing patients and delivering treatments with timely medication administration and specimen collection.
Minimized injuries to staff or patients by offering important support or restraint to control patient movements.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
Good Shepherd Hospice - Direct Support Professional Rockville Centre, NY, 04/2015 - 02/2017
Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to DSP treatment planning.
Enhanced successful patient outcomes by helping each participate in recreational activities alone or in groups.
Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients by providing caring emotional support and encouragement.
Assisted patients with adjusting to hospital procedures and helped each thrive in highly structured settings.
Helped with diagnosing patients and delivering treatments with timely medication administration and specimen collection.
Minimized injuries to staff or patients by offering important support or restraint to control patient movements.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
Spirit Home Care - Home Health Care Provider City, STATE, 01/2014 - 04/2016
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings, including companionship and personal care assistance.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
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