CANDACI CAVE
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living ,and rehabilitation facilities and Hospital. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Park terrace care center
Queens, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
CNA
NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Home Health Aide
Americare
Brooklyn, NY
01.2016 - 02.2020
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
Childcare Provider
Self Employed
Brooklyn, NY
09.2010 - 04.2016
- Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Maintained a clean and organized play area.
- Monitored children's progress through ongoing assessments of their abilities and interests.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buxton Secondary School
GUYANA06-2002
Skills
- Patient Care
- Collecting specimens
- Transporting patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Pediatric Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Adaptable
- Compassionate communication
- Medical terminology knowledge
Additional Information
I'm Currently doing my CDA
I did the quality standard training with CACFP
Have recent OCFS background check
Awards
Type of Award, Award Description
Certification
CNA
PHLEBOTOMY / EKG
BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn
10.2022 - 12.2022
CNA
Park terrace care center
09.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Americare
01.2016 - 02.2020
Childcare Provider
Self Employed
09.2010 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Buxton Secondary School
CNA
PHLEBOTOMY / EKG
BLS
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