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Alaysia Young

Hoover,AL

Summary

Extremely-organized and compassionate professional offering hands-on experience in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, coordinating, and managing patient care under the facility and hospital protocols. Extensive experience in cath lab with proven track record of assisting patients and residents in the activities of daily living. Proficient in providing education and counseling to families, to help them cope with their loved ones’ conditions. Known to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following standards and procedures. Eager to join a team of dedicated healthcare professionals and contribute to providing quality patient care.

Professional healthcare worker with extensive experience in providing compassionate patient care and support. Expert in patient mobility, personal care tasks, and monitoring vital signs. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring high standards and results in all situations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel CNA

MAS Staffing / The Cedars Portland, Maine
07.2023 - 07.2025
  • Provided direct patient care in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring comfort and well-being.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily living activities to enhance patient quality of life.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare teams promptly.
  • Educated patients and families on care plans, fostering understanding and compliance.
  • Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
  • Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved patient outcomes across assignments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for patients.

Traveling CNA

Care Staff Partners / Seaside Healthcare Rehab Portland, Maine
12.2021 - 07.2023
  • Assist patients with their personal needs and ensure patients’ dignity and wellbeing.
  • Provide direct patient/resident care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
  • Assisted nurses in administering oral medication following the medical care plan.
  • Document all nursing assistant activities according to agency policy and procedure guidelines.
  • Follow all infection control policies and procedures as outlined by state regulations.
  • Ensure that residents’ comfort needs were met through proper positioning and bedding adjustments.
  • Delivered direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in diverse clinical settings.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.

CNA

Hatley Health Care & Rehabilitation
10.2021 - 10.2021
  • Ensured patients receive appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences.
  • Obtained a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses about patient conditions, treatment plans, and suggested activities.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.
  • Examined patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in the urine.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Intern

USDA-ARS
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets and reports.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls, took down messages and provided information.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Assisted Scientists with reproduction of insects.
  • Assisted with artificial diet packets for insects.
  • Trained directly under Entomologist.
  • Assisted Entomologist in the field as well as the laboratory.

Rehabilitation Aide

Nelson's Personal Care Facility
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
  • Encouraged and attended to patients' physical needs to facilitate and attain therapeutic goals.
  • Recorded and maintained patients' attendance in client records.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Assisted therapists with transporting and preparing patients for treatments.
  • Prepared supplies and equipment and setting up treatment rooms for therapy sessions.
  • Maintained equipment and notified the therapist if there are any problems.
  • Performed routine, non-clinical patient care tasks.
  • Maintained inventory supplies, ordering stock, and keeping stock areas clean and organized.

Teacher's Assistant

Covenant Classical School & Daycare
05.2016 - 03.2018
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.

Education

Associate of Arts - Clinical Assisting

Jefferson State Community College
Hoover, AL

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care
  • Personal Grooming
  • Patient Assessment
  • Emotional Support
  • Catheter Care
  • CNA Certification
  • Health Precautions
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Family Liaison
  • ADL Support
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Infection Control
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Equipment Handling
  • Inventory Control
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Bedside Care
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate care
  • Reliable team player
  • Basic life support
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Patient lifting
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Safety precautions
  • Bedside manner
  • Patient relationship building
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient assessments
  • Specimen collection
  • Responding to emergencies

Timeline

Travel CNA

MAS Staffing / The Cedars Portland, Maine
07.2023 - 07.2025

Traveling CNA

Care Staff Partners / Seaside Healthcare Rehab Portland, Maine
12.2021 - 07.2023

CNA

Hatley Health Care & Rehabilitation
10.2021 - 10.2021

Intern

USDA-ARS
05.2020 - 07.2021

Rehabilitation Aide

Nelson's Personal Care Facility
05.2020 - 06.2021

Teacher's Assistant

Covenant Classical School & Daycare
05.2016 - 03.2018

Associate of Arts - Clinical Assisting

Jefferson State Community College