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CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

Florida-Certified Nurses Assistant bringing 15 years of experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Empathetic Certified Nurses Assistant commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.

Proactive individual focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Skilled in overseeing acute and chronic conditions.

Skills
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant, 02/2016 to Current
American In-Home Care LLC – Port Orange, FL
  • Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients
  • Transported elderly patients to and from facilities and performed essential ambulatory care
  • Assisted elderly patients with essential ambulatory care for transport to and from facility
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels to evaluate electrolyte imbalances
  • Facilitated transition to at-home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies
  • Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing
  • Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
Certified Nursing Assistant, 09/2016 to 05/2020
Carlton Shores Health And Rehabilitation – Daytona Beach, FL
  • Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report, and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager
  • Provided patient care by supplying and emptying bedpans, applying dressings and supervising exercise routines
  • Effectively communicated with family members to provide daily updates about patient care
  • Interacted with patients, family members and physicians to coordinate and inform regarding patient care
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
  • Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services
Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2013 to 02/2019
Visiting Angels – Daytona Beach, FL
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • 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.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Hospice Aide, 12/2011 to 11/2012
VITAS Hospice Care – Daytona Beach, FL
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
  • Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
  • Participated in fun activities, with patients each to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
Education
High School Diploma: 06/2007
Fitchburg High School - Fitchburg, MA
Certificate: Certified Nurses Aide/Home Healthcare, 2008
Fieldstone School - Worcester, MA
Certifications
  • Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • American In-Home Care LLC
  • Carlton Shores Health And Rehabilitation
  • Visiting Angels
  • VITAS Hospice Care

School Attended

  • Fitchburg High School
  • Fieldstone School

Job Titles Held:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Hospice Aide

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : 06/2007
    Certificate : Certified Nurses Aide/Home Healthcare , 2008

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