Ana Jones
Lorton,VA
Summary
Compassionate CNA possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. A strong team player with clinical and interpersonal skills. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Assured Health Home Care
04.2017 - Current
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
CNA
Martha And Mary Health And Rehab
11.2006 - 08.2016
- 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.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
No Degree - Child Care Services
La Patitte Care Center
Silverdale, WA06.2000
High School Diploma -
LaSalle Institute
Guanajuato, Mexico06.1973
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Client Requirements
- Social Support
- Social Skills
- Outdoor Activities
- Special Needs Clients
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Behavior Redirection
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Personal Hygiene Support
- Personal Care Assistance
- Enrichment Activities
- Patient Toileting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Assured Health Home Care
04.2017 - Current
CNA
Martha And Mary Health And Rehab
11.2006 - 08.2016
No Degree - Child Care Services
La Patitte Care Center
High School Diploma -
LaSalle Institute
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