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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
04.2013 - 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
02.2004 - 09.2012
  • 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
01.1995 - 09.2002
  • 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
01.1990 - 11.1994
  • 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
06.1984 - 01.1990
  • 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
09-1988

High School Diploma -

Baker High School
Baker, FL
06-1982

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Providence School of Nursing
Mobile, AL

Skills

  • 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
04.2013 - Current

CNA

Lilburn Health and Rehab
02.2004 - 09.2012

Patient Care Technician

DeKalb County Board of Health
01.1995 - 09.2002

CNA

NurseCare of Buckhead
01.1990 - 11.1994

Nursing Assistant

Christian City
06.1984 - 01.1990

Certification - Medical Assisting

Connecticut Academy

High School Diploma -

Baker High School

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Providence School of Nursing

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