Annie Britton
Coeburn,VA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Caris Healthcare
Abingdon, Virginia
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Caregiver
In Home Care Group
Wise, VA
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Castlewood High School
Castlewood, VA05-2017
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassion and Empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Care
- Condition Monitoring
- Observing responses
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Lifting
- Infection control procedures
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
CNA
Caris Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Caregiver
In Home Care Group
04.2022 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Castlewood High School