Amber Stiles
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records. Proactive worker committed to helping CNA provide top-notch patient care. Skilled at emergent treatments with knowledge of post intensive care patients. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Compassionate CNA with 17 years of medical experience. Expert in nursing treatments with dedication to specialized patient care. Proven history of taking initiative to provide many treatments and employ nursing knowledge. Reliable employee seeking CNA position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Scheduling/Central Supply/ Lead CNA
The Ivy At Gastonia
Gastonia, North Carolina
11.2020 - Current
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Eziri
Gastonia, NC
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
Staff Relief CNA
Personal Home Health Care
Charlotte, NC
09.2016 - 07.2018
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA/PICU Unit Secretary
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
Gastonia, NC
02.2009 - 06.2016
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
CNA
Covenant Village
Gastonia, NC
06.2006 - 02.2009
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Education
Gaston College
Dallas, NCHigh School Diploma -
Forestview High School
Gastonia, NC06.2006
Skills
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Observation Documentation
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Emotional and Social Support
- Linen Replacements
- Feeding Assistance
- Caregiver Relations
- Surgical Preparation
- Bedsore Prevention
- Fluid Measurement
- Mobility Assistance
- Vital Signs Collection
- Needs Determination
- Nutrition and Diet
- Quality Assurance
- Emergency Response
- Biohazard Disposal
- Laboratory Testing
- Wound Care
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- CPR Certification
- Patient Safety Management
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Universal Precautions
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Patient Positioning
- Oral Hygiene
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Intercultural Competence
- Consistent Follow Through
- Health Insurance Verification
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Injury Prevention
- EMR Updating
- Willingness to Learn
- Basic Life Support
- Time Management
- Infection Prevention and Control
- First Aid Certification
- Calm Under Stress
- Meal Preparation
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- HIPAA Compliance
- Catheter Care
- Emotional Intelligence
- Care Monitoring
- Heavy Lifting
- CNA Certification
- Patient Care Quality
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Scheduling/Central Supply/ Lead CNA
The Ivy At Gastonia
11.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
Dr. Eziri
12.2019 - 06.2020
Staff Relief CNA
Personal Home Health Care
09.2016 - 07.2018
CNA/PICU Unit Secretary
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
02.2009 - 06.2016
CNA
Covenant Village
06.2006 - 02.2009
Gaston College
High School Diploma -
Forestview High School