Certified Nursing Assistant resume example with 6+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Professional Summary
Highly motivated Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased sales, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with target market.
Skills
Managing unit operations
Nurse Leadership
Passing medications
Medication dispensing
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Occupancy strategies
Drug inventory management
Relationship building and retention
Training and mentoring
Patient education and counseling
Team Building
Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
Patient-focused care
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Supporting Personal Needs
Recording Vital Signs
Patient Management
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Documenting Behaviors
Conducting Intakes
Companionship and Emotional Support
Patient Care
Bathing
Quality Assurance Controls
Efficient and reliable team player
Compassionate caregiver
Direct Patient Care
Policy implementation
Work History
08/2014 to CurrentCertified Nursing AssistantBaylor Scott & White Health | San Marcos, TX,
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Cared for average of 26 patients per 12 hour shift in Long-term care facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Charge nurses informed of changes.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Participated in Exercise/ fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
12/2018 to CurrentLPN Charge NurseCare Initiatives | Alta, IA,
Managed various medications and treatments, which included peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections.
Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
Defined patient advocacy objectives for patients and caregivers through collaboration with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Delivered basic patient care and treatments, including taking temperature or blood pressure, dressing wounds, treating bedsores and catheterizations.
Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to patients.
Conducted two to three patient focused assessments per 12 hour shift to obtain patient health history, pain levels, allergies and vital signs.
Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
06/2020 to CurrentLPN/Unit ManagerPruitt Health Of Blue Ridge | City, STATE,
Helped to develop, improve and implement nursing policies and procedures.
Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
Generated and reviewed incident reports, including employee write-ups, actualizing appropriate corrective action plans to mitigate ongoing and potential situations.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Organized and facilitated two department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions and discharges and residents' Medicaid applications.
Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Education
Expected in 05/2014High School Diploma | Fannin County High School, Blue Ridge, GAGPA:
Expected in 07/2018Associate of Science | Practical NursingNorth Georgia Technical College, Clarkesville, GAGPA:
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