Angela Jones
Dayton,OH
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dayton V.A Health Center
Dayton, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Certified Nursing Assistant
One fiftheen
Dayton, OH
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Conducted random drug tests for clients enrolled in outpatient programs.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments or filing paperwork.
- Participated in outreach events aimed at increasing public awareness about addiction issues.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Center At Elizabeth Place
Dayton, OH
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed patient assessment, obtained vital signs and medical history for pre-admission testing.
- Assisted physicians in providing comprehensive care to patients undergoing pre-admission testing.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding pre-admission testing procedures and post-operative care instructions.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to ensure that all required tests were performed before admission.
- Monitored patient progress during pre-admission testing and reported any changes or concerns to the physician immediately.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members throughout the entire pre-admission process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's condition during pre-admission testing period in accordance with standards of practice.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the stressful time leading up to admission into a hospital setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices while caring for patients undergoing pre-admission testing.
- Ensured that all orders from referring physicians were followed accurately according to protocol before admitting a patient.
- Evaluated laboratory results promptly upon receipt in order to make appropriate decisions regarding further diagnostic tests or treatments prior to admission.
- Facilitated communication between primary care providers and specialists in order obtain necessary information about a patient's past medical history prior to admission.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for EKG testing and ensured their comfort during the procedure.
- Operated a variety of medical equipment including defibrillators, pulse oximeters, blood pressure cuffs and electrocardiographs.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Assisted in pre-operative patient preparation by providing emotional support and answering questions regarding the upcoming procedure.
- Provided post-operative care to patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and checking for adverse reactions.
- Assisted nurses with various administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, organizing medical supplies, and preparing documents for review.
- Performed basic laboratory tests on patients such as blood glucose levels or urine analysis.
- Observed and monitored patient's condition during recovery period in the PACU setting.
- Greeted visitors and family members of patients in a friendly manner while providing them with relevant information about their loved one's current status.
- Provided comfort measures such as applying warm compresses or massage therapy when needed.
- Assisted in dressing changes for wound care treatments following physician instructions.
- Ensured a safe environment for both staff members and patients by adhering to safety standards set forth by hospital policies.
- Monitored changes in vital signs such as heart rate, respiration rate, temperature., in order to detect any abnormalities that may require further intervention.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grandview Medical Center
Dayton, OH
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montgomery County Mental Health Treatment Facility
Dayton, OH
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Provided direct care and supervision to individuals with mental retardation.
- Assisted clients in developing skills necessary for daily living activities such as meal preparation, housekeeping and personal hygiene.
- Monitored client behavior and implemented positive reinforcement strategies when appropriate.
- Collaborated with families and other professionals to coordinate services that support the needs of the client.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided, documenting changes in condition or other relevant information related to client's status.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss treatment plans and outcomes, identify areas of concern or need additional resources.
- Provided crisis intervention during times of emotional distress or behavioral outbursts resulting from mental retardation issues.
- Conducted workshops on topics such as communication strategies for individuals with disabilities or self-advocacy skills development.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Demonstrated appropriate behaviors using behavior modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Education
GED -
Ohio Department of Education
Dayton, OH01.2016
Skills
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Relations
- Infection Control Procedures
- Monitoring Fluids
- Patient Lifting
- Quality Assurance
- Care Plan Implementation
- Electronic Charting
- Collecting Specimens
- Transporting Patients
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Condition Monitoring
- Indirect Patient Care
- Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
- Medical Records Management
- Compassionate
- Outpatient Care
- Family Support and Assistance
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Activity Coordination
- Patient Management
- Inpatient Care
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Preparing Meals
- Reliable Transportation
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Responding to Emergencies
- Adaptable
- Helping With Medication
- Documentation Expert
- General Housekeeping Ability
- Activity Planning
- Quick Problem Solver
- Performing Patient Intakesok
- Able to Lift [Number] Pounds
- Valid [State] Driver's License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dayton V.A Health Center
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
One fiftheen
06.2020 - 05.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medical Center At Elizabeth Place
05.2018 - 03.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grandview Medical Center
09.2016 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Montgomery County Mental Health Treatment Facility
09.2013 - 08.2016
GED -
Ohio Department of Education
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