Anna McLeod
Royal Hearts Home Health Agency
Virginia Beach,VA
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in compliance with agency policies and regulations.
- Implemented infection control procedures, promoting a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
Surgical Technologist
1 Year- Worked in a busy face-paced surgery center. Passing instruments to surgeons during surgical procedures. Cleaning instruments, pulling case carts, and preparing the tables and room for sterile surgery. Cleaned, stocked, and organized the work stations. Work directly with surgeons, and nurses. Worked directly with patients offering excellent customer service.
Surgical Technologist
1 Year- Worked in cardiac thoracic surgery to help pass instruments during surgery to cardiac-thoracic surgeons. Cleaned the rooms, prepared the rooms for surgery, pulled case carts, and made sure rooms where clean and organized with supplies. Worked directly with surgeons, and nurses. Worked with patients giving excellent customer service.
Nursing Assistant
8 Years 10 Months- Worked as a CNA and nursing assistant, taking care of patients and there activities of daily living. Helped RN's take care of many patients during a face-paced worked day. With excellent time management taking vital signs, blood sugars, labs, and accurate charting hourly to give patients excellent care. Spending time with patients and family members, servicing there needs within the job description.
Home Health Caregiver
3 Years 3 Months- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and families to foster trust and communication.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals as necessary.
- Implemented individualized care plans tailored to meet specific client needs and preferences.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and community activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Coordinated meal planning based on dietary requirements and preferences, contributing to optimal nutritional intake for each patient.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associates Degree - Surgical Technology
Associate Degree - General Studies
Certified Nursing Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
HIPAA compliance
Patient care
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Basic life support
Bedside manner
Vital signs monitoring
Dressing assistance
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Electronic charting
Patient-focused care
Compassionate caregiver
Mobility assistance
Companionship and emotional support
Documenting behaviors
Feeding assistance
Positioning patients
End-of-life care
Adaptable
Patient lifting
Transfer techniques
Urinary catheter care
Ambulation assistance
Healthcare ethics
Inpatient care
Geriatric care
Patient relationship building
Responding to emergencies
Transporting patients
Supporting personal needs
Maintaining privacy
Colostomy care
Trustworthy companion
Complex Problem-solving
Feeding assistance expert
Patient management
Specimen collection
Light housekeeping
Blood glucose testing
Condition monitoring
Care plan implementation
Observing responses
Medical records management
Restraint application
Tracheostomy care
Pediatric care
Collecting specimens
Performing patient intakes
Admitting support
Toileting assistance
Assisting with personal grooming
Intake recording
Vital sign recording
Monitoring fluids
Infection control procedures
Family support and assistance
Catheter change and preparation
Range of motion exercises
CNA certification
Vital signs
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
- BLS CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Royal Hearts Home Health Agency
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
Surgical Technologist
Virginia Eye Consultants
06.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Surgical Technologist
Sentara Heart Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Home Health Caregiver
Private Duty
08.2018 - 11.2021Read More
Nursing Assistant
Sentara Healthcare
08.2013 - 06.2022Read More
Green Run High School
High School Diploma
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Tidewater Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Tidewater Community College
Associate Degree from General Studies
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Sentara College of Health Sciences
Associates Degree from Surgical Technology
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