Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Skills
Patient Management
Preparing Meals
Recording Vital Signs
Supporting Personal Needs
Patient Relations
Measuring Bodily Fluids
Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
Companionship and Emotional Support
Patient Care
Bathing
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Transporting patients
Medical office administration
EMR / EHR
Patient Assessments
Compassionate caregiver
Medical Records Management
Outpatient care
Inpatient care
Adaptable
Direct Patient Care
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Patient-focused care
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant, 03/2019 to Current Refresh Mental Health – Lake Zurich, IL,
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Monitored patients' status and reported any identified abnormalities or changes to nursing personnel.
Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services.
Managed personal care of Type patients.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Applied clear and compassionate communication techniques to reduce patient anxiety and facilitate doctor visits.
Practiced triage in full waiting rooms by prioritizing treatment of most critically ill and injured.
Certified Nursing Assistant, 05/2012 to 03/2018 Refresh Mental Health – Longmont, CO,
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Nurse Assistant, 07/2014 to 05/2015 Sutter Health – Turlock, CA,
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
Participated in fun group 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.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
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.
Documented patient symptoms, medical histories and current medications with Software and Software.
Education
Nursing Assistant/Phlebotomy Program: Nursing Assistant , Expected in 05/2012 Gadsden State Community College - Gadsden, AL GPA:
Associate Of Applied Science: Health Information Management , Expected in 05/2018 Gadsden State Community College - Gadsden, AL GPA:
Advanced Diploma: Advanced , Expected in 05/2010 Ashville High School - Ashville, AL GPA:
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