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Amanda Joyner

Georgiana,AL

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Enhabit Homehealth & Hospice, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to foster trust and comfort, enhancing patient satisfaction through individualized support and effective communication. A reliable team player dedicated to advocating for patients' rights and dignity during end-of-life care.

Professional caregiver prepared for role with focus on delivering high-quality, empathetic care. Proven ability to support clients' daily activities and enhance their well-being. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, with strong problem-solving skills and patience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant Private Sitter

Self Employed
07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Provided exceptional physical care to go beyond simple bathing to manicures, hair sets and light massage.
  • Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.

Hospice Aide

Enhabit Homehealth & Hospice
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
  • Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
  • Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Assisted in the management of end-of-life symptoms through the implementation of non-pharmacological interventions such as massage, guided imagery, or relaxation exercises.

Hospice Aide

Southern Care Hospice
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights and interests to ensure that their wishes were respected during all stages of hospice care provision.
  • Promoted a holistic approach to end-of-life care by incorporating various relaxation techniques such as music therapy or aromatherapy into daily routines.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with home health aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop personalized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest High School
Evergreen Al
05-1996

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

English

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant Private Sitter

Self Employed
07.2023 - 10.2024

Hospice Aide

Enhabit Homehealth & Hospice
01.2022 - 09.2023

Hospice Aide

Southern Care Hospice
08.2016 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

Hillcrest High School

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