Certified Nursing Assistant Resume Example Baylor Scott & White Health

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

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08/2014 - CurrentCertified Nursing Assistant | Baylor 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 - CurrentLPN Charge Nurse | Care 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 - CurrentLPN/Unit Manager | Pruitt 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

05/2014Fannin County High School, City, StateHigh School Diploma

07/2018North Georgia Technical College, City, StateAssociate of Science: Practical Nursing

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