Amy Chenoweth
Dexter,GA
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. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skill Trainer/Restaurant Server
Cracker Barrel
07.2020 - Current
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Educated clients on proper use of products and systems.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
CNA
Oregon Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Skill Trainer/Server Trainer
Dennys Restaurant
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives.
- Educated clients on proper use of products and systems.
- Developed individualized training plans to achieve staff readiness.
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
- Supported productivity increase and business growth through new hire training and mentoring.
- Recruited and trained new members of guest service team.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Trained and mentored [Number] new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
CNA
Oregon Care Center
01.2010 - 02.2015
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Cna - Nursing Assistance
Oregon Care Center
Oregon, MO08.2023
GED -
Maysville Jr.-Sr. High School
Maysville, MO05.1993
Skills
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient Care
- Stress Management
- Compassion and Empathy
- Infection Control
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Transfers
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting Patients
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Care Plan Implementation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Management
- Wound Care Specialist
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Feeding Assistance Expert
- Tube Feedings and Medications Familiarity
- Patient Assessments
- Adaptable
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Responding to Emergencies
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Inpatient Care
- Specimen Collection
- CNA Certification
- Catheter Care
- Surgical Preparation
- Wound Care
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Oregon Care Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Skill Trainer/Restaurant Server
Cracker Barrel
07.2020 - Current
Skill Trainer/Server Trainer
Dennys Restaurant
06.2018 - 07.2020
CNA
Oregon Care Center
01.2010 - 02.2015
Cna - Nursing Assistance
Oregon Care Center
GED -
Maysville Jr.-Sr. High School