April Braboy
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Brookdale Senior Living Inc., where I enhanced patient well-being and safety through compassionate care and efficiency. Skilled in emergency response and CPR, I consistently improved patient comfort and satisfaction by implementing personalized care plans and providing emotional support.
A CNA with strong foundation in patient care and support. Successfully assisted with daily living activities and maintained compassionate environment for residents. Demonstrated effective communication and teamwork skills.
Organized and dependable with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
06.2023 - 09.2024
- 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.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving patients, demonstrating strong critical thinking skills under pressure while working closely with the medical team to provide lifesaving interventions.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area within the facility that adhered to all health and safety regulations set forth by state guidelines.
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
- Assisted residents during meal times by cutting food items into smaller pieces or even feeding them when necessary ensuring they received adequate nutrition.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout assigned unit checking on the well-being of patients and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Ceritfication in Nursing Assistance - Medical Assistanting
Penn Valley Health And Science Institute
Kansas City, MO06-2007
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate caregiver
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- End of life care
- Responding to emergencies
- Trustworthy companion
- Care plan implementation
- Toileting assistance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Behavior redirection
- Dementia Care
- CPR Certified
- Patient bathing
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
06.2023 - 09.2024
Ceritfication in Nursing Assistance - Medical Assistanting
Penn Valley Health And Science Institute