Diverse experience in long-term care, with a focus on hospital and home settings. Knowledgeable in various medical fields, including ICU/NICU, emergency care, and healthcare management. Ability to provide customized, attentive care based on a thorough understanding of each client's unique healthcare needs.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal care attendant
Darrell Suriff
Austin, TX
10.2025 - 10.2025
Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
Administered medications and monitored client health as directed by healthcare professionals.
Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social events.
The client needed personal care assistance while recovering from a motor accident.
CNA
Texas Private cna services
Killeen, TX
06.2024 - 09.2025
Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
Maintained clean and safe environments for patients and staff.
Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Supported mobility by assisting patients with walking and transfers.
Followed infection control protocols during all interactions with patients.
Answered patient call lights promptly and addressed requests appropriately.
CNA
Magnolia Hospice
Burnet, Texas
06.2024 - 07.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Documented patient care activities accurately and timely in records.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Supported mobility by helping patients with walking and transfers.
Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in patient care.
Followed infection control protocols during all patient interactions.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
CNA
Hospice Austin
Austin, Texas
11.2022 - 05.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Documented patient care activities accurately and timely in records.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Supported mobility by helping patients with walking and transfers.
Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in patient care.
Followed infection control protocols during all patient interactions.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
CNA
Texas Private CNA Services
Austin , TX
08.2021 - 09.2022
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation.
Collaborated with families to address patient needs and concerns.
Adhered to safety protocols while using medical equipment and supplies.
Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being
Provide companionship to elderly man and transport him to and from drs appointments.
CNA
Texas Private CNA services
Austin , TX
08.2014 - 09.2022
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Supported mobility by helping patients with walking and transfers.
Followed infection control protocols during all patient interactions.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
CNA
Westways Staffing Services
Austin, Texas
08.2008 - 05.2014
Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.