Alicia Turner
Summary
Compassionate CNA with 7 of nursing aide experience. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and dignity. I'm skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans and document patient progress, ensuring seamless transitions during end-of-life care. Also I have strong interpersonal skills foster supportive relationships with patients and families.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Deliver
Uber deliver
Houston, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered prescriptions from Walgreens, CVS, and Kroger through Uber, ensuring timely and secure transport while maintaining confidentiality and professional order verification.
- Proposed ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Hospice Aide
No Place Like Home
10.2021 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and meal preparation for hospice patients.
- Monitored patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient environments to promote safety and hygiene standards.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
Hospice Aide
Wesley Healthcare Hospice
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and resources available for end-of-life support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records to maintain continuity of care.
- Trained new aides on best practices in providing compassionate hospice care and adhering to protocols.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
In Home Private Caregiver
Right At Home Caregiving Services
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Provided personalized care and support to clients, enhancing daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety and comfort during routines.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and communication.
- Implemented individualized care plans, adapting to changing client needs effectively.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients' health needs.
Nursing Assistant
Lexington Place Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Assisted residents with daily activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
CPR/AED Training
American CPR Care Association
Houston, TX11-2026
Nurses Aide Certification -
Texas Institute of Healthcare Careers
Houston, TX03-2019
High School Diploma -
Waltrip High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Bathing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Grooming assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate care
- Catheter care
- Emotional support
- End-of-life care
- Transfer techniques
- Mobility assistance
- Colostomy care
- Palliative care
- Recordkeeping
- Diabetic care
- Range of motion exercises
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Medication Deliver
Uber deliver
01.2023 - Current
Hospice Aide
Wesley Healthcare Hospice
06.2022 - 03.2024
Hospice Aide
No Place Like Home
10.2021 - Current
In Home Private Caregiver
Right At Home Caregiving Services
01.2017 - 12.2020
Nursing Assistant
Lexington Place Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2011 - 06.2014
CPR/AED Training
American CPR Care Association
Nurses Aide Certification -
Texas Institute of Healthcare Careers
High School Diploma -
Waltrip High School