Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over [Number]+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Skills
Collecting vital signs
Grooming and bathing assistance
Documentation procedures expert
Collecting specimens
Helping with medication
Able to lift [Number] pounds
Quick problem solver
Infection control procedures
Catheter change and preparation
Charting expertise
EHR Management
Microsoft Office
Quality assurance controls
Bilingual in [languages]
DBMS
Database Administration
Experience
10/2018 to Current
Certified Nursing AssistantCornerstone Healthcare Group – Lake Charles, LA,
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Delivered nursing assistance to residents in [Number]-bed [Type] care facility.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Used mobility devices and [Type] equipment to transport patients.
08/2014 to 08/2019
Hospice AideHopehealth – Providence, RI,
Measured vital signs, recorded all data gathered and provided treatment assistance to nurses.
Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and ensure comfort.
Assisted terminally ill patients with personal care, including bathing, grooming and dressing.
Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
Assisted over [Number] residents with daily needs, including personal hygiene, dressing and transferring from chairs to bed.
Emotionally supported grieving families by offering a listening ear, compassion and kindness.
Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Performed [Type] and [Type] treatments on [Number] patients daily.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Administered [Type] medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
Attended to patients in [Number]-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Assisted in changing from [Software] to [Software] for medical recordkeeping, keeping detailed records before, during and after switch.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Prepared examination and patient rooms for [Type] procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Used mobility devices and [Type] equipment to transport patients.
Collected [Type] samples to complete [Type] tests for patient, checking for changes that indicated potentially dangerous conditions.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
01/2011 to 12/2015
Personal Care AssistantRegional Health – Custer, SD,
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.
Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per [Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Scheduled recurring service appointments to provide client care as needed.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Transported clients to complete required tasks such as medical appointments and grocery shopping.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for all clients.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Monitored health and well-being of each client, including any significant health changes.
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Planned daily activities to allow clients opportunities for light exercise.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
03/2008 to 10/2012
Personal Care AssistantSeven Hills Foundation – Wenham, MA,
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.
Laundered clothing and bedding and changed linens [Number] times per [Timeframe] to prevent spread of infection.
Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Scheduled recurring service appointments to provide client care as needed.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.
Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet special client diets such as diabetic, low sodium and high protein.
Planned daily activities to allow clients opportunities for light exercise.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics.
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Monitored health and well-being of each client, including any significant health changes.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Maintained network of connected caregivers to promote continuous professional development.
Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for all clients.
Transported clients to complete required tasks such as medical appointments and grocery shopping.
Oversaw and planned schedules by coordinating doctor appointments, exercise routines, recreational activities and family visits.
Education and Training
Expected in
: Nursing Delgado Community College - New Orleans, LA GPA:
Experience
03/2015 to Current
Senior Sales AssociateBed Bath & Beyond, Inc. – San Francisco, CA, CA
Applied security and loss prevention training toward recognizing risks and reducing store theft
Trained and developed sales team associates in products, selling techniques and procedures
Maintained organized, presentable merchandise to drive continuous sales
Implemented up-selling strategies for recommending accessories and complementary purchases
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