Amanda Yoder
2186 Congdon Rd Gillett ,PA
Summary
Seasoned State Certified Nursing Assistant bringing top notch care in healthcare settings rather in home care or a facility. Compassionate, Observant and reliable with exceptional bedside manner and professionalism time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Eager to learn new skills, determination to further my nursing career when given the opportunity.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
08.2015 - Current
- Care for Children with disabilities, every case is different and some with more severe diagnosis.
- Help with comfort care, dressing, incontinence care, assist with feeding.
- Supervision at all times for those who are at high risk of eloping.
- Record any changes to my supervisor right away.
Professional Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC The Green Home
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each Resident’s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- 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, canes, wheelchairs or mechanical lifts.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Added opportunity I was given at The Green Home, I had the experience to be in charge of scheduling.
Nurse Extender
UPMC Williamsport
08.2008 - 10.2012
- Enhanced overall patient satisfaction through timely response to call lights and addressing their needs.
- Ensured proper documentation of vital signs and input/output for accurate patient records.
- Supported nursing staff by providing efficient transportation of patients throughout the hospital, ensuring smooth transitions between units.
- Assisted with patient admission and discharge processes, streamlining workflow for nursing staff.
- Provided compassionate care during daily patient interactions, promoting trust and confidence in the healthcare team.
- Participated in ongoing education and training sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge on best practices within the nursing field.
- Utilized strong organizational skills while managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Facilitated seamless shift handovers by effectively communicating essential information to incoming staff members during daily reports.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with challenging situations by remaining calm under pressure and responding appropriately to emergencies as they arose.
- Assisted with wound care management under supervision from qualified nursing staff, helping facilitate faster recovery times.
- Helped prevent falls and injuries by diligently monitoring patients'' mobility and providing assistance as needed, ensuring patient safety.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided excellent care for those who are recovering from elective surgeries such as but not limited to knee replacements hooking the patient to the continuous passive motion (CPM) therapy devices whenever scheduled, hip replacements, rotator cuff surgery, back surgery. Etc
- Recording input and outputs such as but not limited to Jackson Pratt drains, thoracotomy tubes, clearing IV pumps, Foley catheters, ostomy bags etc.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cowanesque Valley High School
Westfield, PA06.2006
Skills
- Patient-Focused Care
- Reliable Team Player
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Compassionate
- Bedside Manner
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Care
- Multitasking
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- CPR Certification
- End-of-Life Care
- CNA Certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Professional Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC The Green Home
12.2022 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayada Pediatrics Home Care
08.2015 - Current
Nurse Extender
UPMC Williamsport
08.2008 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Cowanesque Valley High School