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Amanda Patton

Denver,CO

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
Denver, CO
01.2022 - Current

Being available and experienced to work at multiple job settings

  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Andrews Rehabilitation Center
Aurora, CO
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Villas At Sunny Acres
Denver, CO
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Denver North Care Center
Denver, CO
05.2016 - 06.2021
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce anxiety and stress levels in clients.
  • Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
  • Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
  • Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
  • Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
  • Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Education

GED -

Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO
07.2000

Skills

  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Recording vital signs
  • Electronic Charting
  • Patient Lifting
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Andrews Rehabilitation Center
07.2023 - 04.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Villas At Sunny Acres
03.2023 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftkey
01.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Denver North Care Center
05.2016 - 06.2021

GED -

Emily Griffith Technical College
Amanda Patton