Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and support, specializing in hygiene assistance, vital signs monitoring, and mobility aid. Demonstrated proficiency in documenting health status changes and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in safe lifting techniques and infection control practices, contributing to a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Tempus Unlimited
Chicopee, MA
12.2019 - 02.2021
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Cultivated strong value-added relationships with patients by delivering medical expertise.
Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
CNA
Stavros Center For Independent Living
Chicopee, MA
04.2015 - 02.2018
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Cultivated strong value-added relationships with patients by delivering medical expertise.
PCA
Carillion Assisted Living
Salisbury, NC
02.2013 - 02.2015
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Performed light cleaning duties by emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, mopping and sanitizing surfaces.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Cultivated strong value-added relationships with patients by delivering medical expertise.
Waitress
Ruby Tuesday
Holyoke, MA
12.2011 - 02.2014
Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Checked on guests to verify satisfaction with meals and suggested additional items to increase restaurant sales.
Communicated with kitchen staff frequently to stay up-to-date on supply availability and potential customer wait times.
Prepared salads, appetizers and garnishes to assist kitchen staff.
Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
Increased sales of high margin menu items through effective upselling.
Cleared table and bussed dishes to allow for quick setups.
Set up dining room to meet hospitality and service standards.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
Relayed orders and special requests to cooks.
Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
Reset tables between guests, refilled condiments and wiped down surfaces.
Set up tables and counters to prepare dining and serving areas.
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Education
CNA Certified, Home Health Certified, OSHA 10 - Allied Health
Career Technical Institute
West Springfield, MA
06-2009
High School Diploma -
East Longmeadow High School
East Longmeadow, MA
06-2009
Skills
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Mobility assistance
Hygiene support
Health documentation
Equipment handling
Cleaning procedures
Time management
Infection control
Safety procedures
Mobility activities
Specialized dietary needs
Bedside care
ADL support
Medication organization
Patient lifting techniques
Nutritional meal preparation
Housekeeping
Behavioral support
Bathing assistance
Meal preparation
Behavior redirection
Client safety and first aid
Feeding assistance
Recording vital signs
Compassionate client care
Nutrition management
Care plan management
Light housekeeping
Mobility support
Clinical documentation and reporting
Personal hygiene assistance
Respiratory care
Medical terminology and equipment
Documentation
Dressing assistance
Personal care services
Pain management
First aid and safety
Ambulation assistance
Case management
Patient advocacy
Patient transport
Catheter care assistance
Wound care
Medication administration
Home safety assessments
[State] Driver's license
Progress documentation
Toileting assistance
Medical charting
Certification
Certified nursing assistant
Home health aid
OSHA 10
CPR and basic first aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Tempus Unlimited
12.2019 - 02.2021
CNA
Stavros Center For Independent Living
04.2015 - 02.2018
PCA
Carillion Assisted Living
02.2013 - 02.2015
Waitress
Ruby Tuesday
12.2011 - 02.2014
CNA Certified, Home Health Certified, OSHA 10 - Allied Health