Tomeka Lewis
8 Olympic Field Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at ELEVATE CARE SOUTH HOLLAND, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven track record of enhancing patient comfort and safety through effective communication and diligent safety precautions, significantly reducing fall incidents and promoting overall wellbeing. Reliable team player dedicated to quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
ELEVATE CARE SOUTH HOLLAND
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and quality of life.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Landmark of Richton Park
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenwood Rehab
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA Certified Nursing Assistant
Kenedy King
Chicago, IL09-2004
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
ELEVATE CARE SOUTH HOLLAND
05.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Landmark of Richton Park
09.2019 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenwood Rehab
08.2016 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA Certified Nursing Assistant
Kenedy King