Anita Howard
Snellville,GA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Preceptor
The Fountainview Center
Atlanta , Georgia
2013.04 - Current
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to new CNA trainees.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for providing patient care, including bathing, feeding, transferring, and positioning patients.
- Instructed CNA trainees on the use of medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids.
CNA
Lilburn Health and Rehab
Lilburn , GA
2004.02 - 2012.09
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Patient Care Technician
DeKalb County Board of Health
Decatur , GA
1995.01 - 2002.09
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
CNA
NurseCare of Buckhead
Atlanta , GA
1990.01 - 1994.11
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Nursing Assistant
Christian City
Union City , GA
1984.06 - 1990.01
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Education
Certification - Medical Assisting
Connecticut Academy
Atlanta GA 1988-09
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Baker, FL1982-06
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Providence School of Nursing
Mobile, ALSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR Certification
- Feeding Assistance
- Injury Prevention
- Mobility Assistance
- Electronic Charting
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Positioning
- Emergency Response
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Supply Restocking
- Catheter Care
- First Aid Certification
- Bedsore Prevention
- CNA Certification
- Specimen Collection
- Reliability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Task Prioritization
- Infection control procedures
Timeline
CNA Preceptor
The Fountainview Center
2013.04 - Current
CNA
Lilburn Health and Rehab
2004.02 - 2012.09
Patient Care Technician
DeKalb County Board of Health
1995.01 - 2002.09
CNA
NurseCare of Buckhead
1990.01 - 1994.11
Nursing Assistant
Christian City
1984.06 - 1990.01
Certification - Medical Assisting
Connecticut Academy
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Providence School of Nursing
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