State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Skills
Needs Determination
Caregiver Relations
Electronic Recordkeeping
Vital Signs Collection
Feeding Assistance
Bedsore Prevention
CPR Certification
CNA Certification
Room Cleaning and Restocking
Willingness to Learn
Patient Positioning
First Aid Certification
Work History
10/2021 to Current
Nursing AssistantVolunteers Of America - Oregon – Portland, OR,
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
Employed mobility devices and [Type] equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following safety procedures to avoid injuries.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches as directed by nurse or physician.
04/2021 to 07/2021
CaregiverComfort Keepers – Chepachet, RI,
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
03/2015 to 03/2020
Manager/Manager/ServerIHOP – City, STATE,
Handled guest complaints in positively and offered appreciation tokens to build customer loyalty.
Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
Completed daily procedure checklist and communicated changes to servers and kitchen staff.
Analyzed and generated end-of-shift and product inventory reports for performance and quality tracking purposes.
Checked establishment, service stands and aisle area cleanliness before welcoming guests.
Created and enforced standard recipes and instructions to streamline meal, snack and beverage preparation.
Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining [Number]% accuracy.
Education
Expected in 06/2004 to to
High School Diploma: Kettering High - Detroit, MI, GPA:
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