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Professional Summary
Compassionate Hospice Aide demonstrating exemplary skills in taking care of patients, moving individuals into comfortable positions and ensuring quality care. Meticulous professional knowledgeable in administering medication, preparing special meals and checking vitals. Ready to apply 6-year background to continue providing palliative care to wide range of patients.
Proactive worker committed to providing top-notch patient care. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Skills
Bed transfers
Patient bathing and grooming
Patient-focused care
Patient Management
Documenting behaviors
Recording vital signs
Chronic disease management
Direct Patient Care
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Medical Records Management
Responding to emergencies
Measuring bodily fluids
Observing responses
Patient Assessments
Companionship and emotional support
Work History
09/2015 to CurrentHospice AideLhc Group | Lafayette, LA,
Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Participated in fun activities, including Bingo and Singing with patients each morning/evenings to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Employed mobility devices and hoyers equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in more than 100-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
10/2014 to 05/2018Certified Nursing AssistantBridge Senior Living | Mason, OH,
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Cared for average of over 40 patients in afacility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Participated in fun activities, including bingo and singing with patients each morning/evenings to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
08/2013 to 12/2015CookFountainhead Development | Ester, AK,
Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations when opening and closing kitchen.
Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work.
Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
Communicated closely with employees to fully understand special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
06/2014 to 10/2015Certified Nursing AssistantBridge Senior Living | Canton, OH,
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Participated in fun activities, including bingo and singing with patients each morning/evenings to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding assisting patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Nurses informed of changes.
Education
Expected in 05/2011High School Diploma | Ashville High School, Ashville, ALGPA:
Expected in 05/2013Associate of Science | PsychologySnead State Community College, Boaz, ALGPA:
Expected in | Prenursing StudiesSnead State Community College, Boaz, ALGPA:
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