Amanda Pittman
Marion,NC
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
11.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
NC State Veterans Home
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center
12.2017 - 06.2023
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Asheville Health Care Center
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
GED -
McDowell Technical Community College
Marion, NC02.2015
No Degree - Nursing
AB Tech
Asheville, NC12.2004
Skills
- Patient Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Conducting Intakes
- Documenting Behaviors
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Recording Vital Signs
- Outpatient Care
- Inpatient Care
- Feeding Assistance Expert
- Maintaining Privacy
- Reliable Team Player
- Reliable Transportation
- Valid NC Driver's License
- Colostomy Care
- Tracheostomy Care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant , BLS Certified
Additional Information
I am a certified nursing assistant with 20 years experience, mostly in geriatric and skilled nursing facilites, also have many years of experience with working in mental heath, and special needs.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
11.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
NC State Veterans Home
06.2021 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center
12.2017 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Asheville Health Care Center
11.2015 - 05.2017
GED -
McDowell Technical Community College
No Degree - Nursing
AB Tech