Angela Dickerson
Curtis,AR
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with over 4 years of experience in providing compassionate care and support to patients. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Seeking to leverage skills to enhance patient experiences.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs of Hillcrest
Prescott, AR
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients and healthcare team to ensure understanding of care plans and patient needs.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care and support during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nightingale at Arkadelphia
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Mexico State Veteran's Home
Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated effective communication with patients and families to ensure understanding of care plans and address concerns.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gracedale Nursing Home
Nazareth, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and support during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Berlin Health and Rehab Center
Barre, Vermont
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunny Ridge Nursing Home
Nampa, Idaho
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided support in daily routines, ensuring patient comfort and safety during personal care activities.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive care and support for all patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver City Care Center
Silver City, New Mexico
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding patient needs and progress.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heather Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation
Hope, AR
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and support during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage of Hot Springs
Hot Springs, Arkansas
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to ensure timely assistance with patient care and daily living activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Courtyard Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding patient needs and progress.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage of Hot Springs
Hot Springs, Arkansas
10.2014 - 12.2014
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding patient status.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Courtyard Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
07.2013 - 10.2014
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Rivers Health And Rehabilitation
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and support during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
Prescott, Arkansas
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding patient needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Rivers Health And Rehabilitation
Arkadelphia, Arkansas
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication regarding patient needs and status.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arkadelphia High School
Arkadelphia, AR05-2008
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Activities of daily living
- Comfort measure provision
- Patient safety protocols
- Care plan implementation
- Team collaboration
- Patient communication
- Hygiene management
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Active listening
- Monitoring fluids
- Light housekeeping
- Toileting assistance
- Basic life support
- Responding to emergencies
- Feeding assistance
- Transfer techniques
- Patient relationship building
- Positioning patients
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Patient lifting
- Medical terminology
- Intake recording
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Recording vital signs
- Patient care
- Patient management
- Urinary catheter care
- Valid Arkansas driver's license
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Safety precautions
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Healthcare ethics
- Companionship and emotional support
- Reliable team player
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant- Arkansas TMU, Issued April 2012
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Springs of Hillcrest
10.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Mexico State Veteran's Home
10.2024 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gracedale Nursing Home
07.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Berlin Health and Rehab Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunny Ridge Nursing Home
08.2019 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silver City Care Center
03.2019 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heather Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation
06.2017 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nightingale at Arkadelphia
01.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage of Hot Springs
03.2015 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Courtyard Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
12.2014 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage of Hot Springs
10.2014 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Courtyard Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center
07.2013 - 10.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Rivers Health And Rehabilitation
08.2012 - 05.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
06.2012 - 08.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Twin Rivers Health And Rehabilitation
12.2011 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Arkadelphia High School