Caring STNA with 24-year background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff, including well-versed in monitoring and noting vital signs, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas and assisting with personal hygiene tasks such as toileting and grooming and complete patient care. Compassionate professional in Dementia, Alzheimer's care, Rehabilitation, Skilled, and Behavior. My role is to provide equal and quality care to those in need.
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Recording vital signs
Patient Care
Patient Assistance
Rehabilitation
Infection Control
Direct Patient Care
Measuring bodily fluids
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Feeding assistance
Companionship and emotional support
Computer literate
HIPAA Compliance
Dementia Knowledge
Patient Bathing
ADLs Assistance
Transporting patients
Documenting behaviors
Conducting intakes
Work History
State Tested Nursing Assistant, 02/2020 to Current Res-Care, Inc. – Marion, IN,
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Charge Nurse
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Assisted patients in range-of-motion exercises.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
State Tested Nursing Assistant, 05/2019 to Current Res-Care, Inc. – Peoria, IL,
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Charge Nurse.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Assisted patients in range-of-motion exercises.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
State Tested Nursing Assistant, 06/2018 to 04/2019 Trihealth, Inc. – Liberty Township, OH,
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to patients per shift in medical facility.
Assisted patients in range-of-motion exercises.
State Tested Nurse Aide, 11/2011 to 02/2013 Cardon & Associates – Jasper, IN,
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Cared for average of 25 patients per 12 hr shift facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Nurses informed of changes.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Provided total hygiene care to patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing and toileting.
Used wheelchairs equipment to assist with patient ambulation in room, hallways and bathroom.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Charge nurse
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve nurse aide skills
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 02/2019 Dohn Community High School - Cincinnati, OH, GPA:
Diploma: Practical Nursing, Expected in 09/2020 ATA College - Cincinnati, OH, GPA:
Diploma: Practical Nursing, Expected in 09/2020 ATA College - Cincinnati, OH, GPA:
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Role Transition, Zoom meetings and ATA College
Pleasant Run Middle School January 2020
Hyde Park October/November 2019
Proficiencies:
CPR, NG and Peg tube, patient/family education, Wound Care, Tracheotomy Care, and Foley Care IM & SubQ Injections, Vital Sign. Oral Care and Hygiene.
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