ALEXANDER VARGHESE
BALCH SPRINGS,TX
Summary
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.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CERTIFIED NURSING AID
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Dallas, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted nurses by taking patient blood pressure, measuring heartbeat and recording vital signs in physical examinations.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dallas Regional Medical Center
Dallas, TX
09.2018 - 10.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical City Dallas Hospital
Dallas, TX
07.2015 - 04.2021
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesquite Specialty Hospital
Dallas, TX
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willowbend Nursing & Rehab
Dallas, TX
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred
Dallas, TX
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prestonwood Court
Dallas, TX
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Research Associate
Trinity Clinical Research Associate
Dallas, TX
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
- Distilled large amounts of information and produced reports, spreadsheets and documents outlining key details.
- Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Nursing,kannur Medical College
India11.2012
Skills
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Assessments
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
CERTIFIED NURSING AID
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dallas Regional Medical Center
09.2018 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mesquite Specialty Hospital
12.2017 - 09.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Willowbend Nursing & Rehab
10.2017 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred
01.2017 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical City Dallas Hospital
07.2015 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prestonwood Court
01.2015 - 04.2016
Research Associate
Trinity Clinical Research Associate
01.2015 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Nursing,kannur Medical College