Alicia Innis
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated NA/CNA with experience at Wake Forest Baptist Health, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to deliver individualized care while ensuring safety and comfort. Recognized for exceptional time management and empathetic communication, fostering a supportive environment for patients' emotional and physical needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NA/CNA
Wake Forest Baptist Healthe
Winston-Salem, NC
06.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care and support in daily activities.
- Assisted with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Novant Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Winston-Salem, NC
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity. Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation progress.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms to promote a safe environment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records following protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation progress.
- Participated in training new staff, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by streamlining documentation processes.
CNA
Griswold Home Cares
Winston-Salem, NC
03.2018 - 09.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Working On My LPN
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NCHigh School Diploma - GED
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC07.2017
Skills
Time management
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Compassion and empathy
Bathing assistance
Attention to detail
HIPAA compliance
Feeding assistance
Basic life support
Dressing assistance
Maintaining confidentiality
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Emergency response
Clinical documentation
Medication administration
Problem-solving
Multitasking and organization
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Active listening
Flexibility and adaptability
Conflict resolution
Patient advocacy
Cultural sensitivity
Lifting and transferring
Infection control practices
Toileting assistance
Patient hygiene assistance
Reliable team player
Recording vital signs
Safety precautions
Collecting vital signs
Bedside manner
Compassionate
Patient lifting
Compassionate caregiver
Mobility assistance
Supporting personal needs
Ambulation assistance
Light housekeeping
Maintaining privacy
Adaptable
Patient assessments
Healthcare ethics
Trustworthy companion
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
Affiliations
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- American Marketing Association
- Hospital setting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
NA/CNA
Wake Forest Baptist Healthe
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Novant Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 04.2024
CNA
Griswold Home Cares
03.2018 - 09.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Working On My LPN
Forsyth Technical Community College
High School Diploma - GED
Forsyth Technical Community College