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Amanda Wyant

Benton,IL

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with experience at Home Health, excelling in compassionate caregiving and safety awareness. Skilled in medication distribution and emotional support, I enhanced patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Committed to promoting independence and dignity, I implemented fall prevention measures, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all patients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caretaker

JAL CCRR
11.2020 - 01.2025

Child Caretaker

CNA

Home Health
02.2016 - 11.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.

Education

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

RLC
Ina, IL
02-2006

Skills

  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Personal care
  • Safety awareness
  • Meal preparation
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Personal hygiene maintenance
  • Medication distribution
  • Medication reminders
  • Emotional support
  • Nutrition monitoring
  • Companionship skills
  • Disease prevention

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Timeline

Caretaker

JAL CCRR
11.2020 - 01.2025

CNA

Home Health
02.2016 - 11.2020

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

RLC
Amanda Wyant