Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Brightstar Healthcare Agency, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while fostering a supportive environment. Recognized for attention to detail and effective communication, ensuring high-quality care and positive patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
Savannah, GA
09.2018 - 03.2020
Managed scheduling and correspondence for housing department officials.
Coordinated meetings and prepared agendas, ensuring timely communication among staff.
Assisted in the preparation of housing reports and documentation.
Maintained organized filing systems for easy access to critical information.
Streamlined communication channels by promptly responding to emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments on behalf of the Secretary.
Supported the Secretary with managing daily tasks, allowing them to focus on high-priority projects and initiatives.
Contributed to a positive work environment with excellent interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with colleagues and clients alike.
Provided exceptional customer service while greeting visitors at reception or via phone calls, directing them appropriately within the organization.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
Savannah, GA
08.2016 - 05.2018
Caring for patient in the home doing light cooking, assisted to Dr. Appointments, grocery shopping assistance with medications.
Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
Savannah, GA
06.2011 - 05.2016
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare Agency
Savannah, GA
04.2006 - 05.2011
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
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.
Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Documented patient progress and activities in electronic health record system accurately.
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tara At Thunderbolt
Savannah, GA
04.2000 - 03.2005
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance overall patient care standards.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
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.
Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
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.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tara At Thunderbolt
Savannah, GA
03.1997 - 06.1999
Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
Documented patient progress and activities in electronic health record system accurately.
Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Secretary's Assistant
City of Savannah Housing
Savannah, GA
04.1994 - 10.1996
Managed scheduling and correspondence for housing department officials.
Coordinated meetings and prepared agendas, ensuring timely communication among staff.
Assisted in the preparation of housing reports and documentation.
Maintained organized filing systems for easy access to critical information.
Streamlined communication channels by promptly responding to emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments on behalf of the Secretary.
Supported the Secretary with managing daily tasks, allowing them to focus on high-priority projects and initiatives.
Contributed to a positive work environment with excellent interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with colleagues and clients alike.
Provided exceptional customer service while greeting visitors at reception or via phone calls, directing them appropriately within the organization.