Well-qualified healthcare professional adept at managing specimens, assisting with mobility and responding to emergencies. Excellent relationship-building, prioritization and time management skills. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong patient care skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and advocacy. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Computer skills
Reading comprehension
First Aid/CPR
Self-motivated professional
Computer proficiency
Teamwork
Planning and Coordination
Training & Development
Written Communication
Responsible
Leadership
Flexible & Adaptable
Good listening skills
Analytical skills
Work History
Lna, 08/2019 to 08/2021 Edgewood Centre – Portsmouth, NH,
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
CNA, 01/2019 to 08/2019 Addus Homecare Corporation – Highwood, MT,
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
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 all needs.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
CNA, 05/2011 to 07/2014 Addus Homecare Corporation – Hogeland, MT,
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
Provided staff coaching, mentoring and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative support, including estate, household and property management.
Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and all doctor's appointments.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Handled all incoming information requests for several busy executives.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Education
No Degree: Nursing Assistance, Expected in GRADE A+ - NEW IBERIA,LA, GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 12/2010 West St. Mary High School - Baldwin, LA GPA:
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