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CNA
Skills
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Collecting specimens
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Helping with medication
  • Patient relations
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Infection control procedures
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Quality assurance controls
  • EHR Management
  • Reliable transportation
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Microsoft Office
  • Bilingual in spanish
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Database Administration
  • Charting expertise
Education and Training
06/2006
High School Diploma
Henryville High SchoolHenryville, iN
Certifications
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR/BLS
Summary

Knowledgeable and compassionate Nursing staff member with 8+ years of Certified Nursing Assistant experience. Diligent about serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services.

Experience
CNAWedgewood Health | Clarksville, IN02/2019 - 10/2020
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 65-bed rehab care facility.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
  • Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Used mobility devices and equipment to transport patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant SupervisorBrightwell Behavioral Hospital | Clarksville, Indiana10/2019 - 09/2020
  • Developed policies to align procedures with nursing home strategic initiatives and complied with statutory, regulatory, state and federal guidelines.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
  • Recruited well-qualified candidates to fill vacancies and offer residents unparalleled care.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task.
  • Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.
  • Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 17 individuals.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents.
  • Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
ER TechnicianKentuckiana Medical Center | Clarksville, IN12/2016 - 02/2019
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Performed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to maintain consistent patient care during ambulance ride.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
  • Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
  • Documented all patient information, including condition or injury, treatment and medication administration.
  • Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
  • Assessed scenes and prioritized care according to severity of injury or illness.
  • Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
  • Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
  • Monitored diagnostic medical equipment to measure and observe various aspects of patient's health.
  • Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
  • Administered non-medication IV fluids and maintained IV flow rates.
  • Adhered to local, state and federal guidelines and accrediting agency regulations.
  • Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
  • Updated patient's medical records, insurance information and family history for charts.
  • Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
  • Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
  • Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
  • Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
  • Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
  • Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
  • Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
  • Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
  • Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
  • Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.
Phlebotomy TechnicianKentuckiana Medical Center | Clarksville, IN12/2016 - 02/2019
  • Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
  • Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
  • Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
  • Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Wedgewood Health
  • Brightwell Behavioral Hospital
  • Kentuckiana Medical Center

School Attended

  • Henryville High School

Job Titles Held:

  • CNA
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor
  • ER Technician
  • Phlebotomy Technician

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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