April Weaver
Marion,NC
Summary
Compassionate CNA skilled in patient observation, emotional support, and effective communication. Dedicated to providing exceptional care and maintaining accurate documentation to enhance patient well-being and family support.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Hospice of the Blue Ridge
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and available resources.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Medication Aide
The Greens of Spruce Pine
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities as needed.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
CNA
Hospice of the Blue Ridge
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in hospice settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans for patients.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
CNA
Amorem
Morganton, North Carolina
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in hospice settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans for patients.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and patient needs.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
Unit Clerk
RHA
Marion, NC
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed patient appointments and scheduling for mental health services.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Processed insurance claims and verified coverage details.
- Provided administrative support to mental health professionals and staff.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry and document preparation.
- Monitored medication compliance among clients taking psychotropic medications.
CNA
Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in records accurately.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and resources available.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas.
- Offered emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- 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.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Activities Director
Brian Center
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Planned and organized diverse recreational programs for residents.
- Coordinated special events and outings for enhanced community engagement.
- Assessed resident needs to tailor activities for varying abilities and interests.
- Maintained adequate supplies to meet activities needs.
- Coordinated musical guests, movies and other types of resident entertainment.
- Remained alert to conditions interfering with safety and well-being of residents involved in activities.
- Led engaging individual and group activities to promote resident involvement.
- Used one-on-one meetings and small groups to engage residents in facility life.
- Scheduled meetings with volunteers from community organizations who provided assistance with programming.
- Conducted monthly training and organized activity calendar to engage residents and advance quality of life.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals when designing programs that addressed specific medical concerns.
- Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff.
- Coordinated with vendors for supplies needed for activities.
- Coordinated resident care and staffing of memory care services and provided input in pre-admission assessments and decision-making.
CNA
Memorial Mission Hospital
Asheville, North Carolina
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided compassionate care to terminally ill patients in home and facility settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create personalized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient environments consistently.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
CNA
Brain Center Health and Rehab
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
08.1994 - 09.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care delivery.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Daycare Teacher
Phillips Gwatney Child development
Spruce Pine, North Carolina
08.1998 - 05.1999
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with child development standards.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual learning needs.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
Education
GED -
Mayland Community College
Spruce Pine, NC11-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mcdowell Tech
Marion NCSkills
- Bathing assistance
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient documentation
- Medication administration
- Infection control procedures
- Patient relationship management
Timeline
CNA
Hospice of the Blue Ridge
06.2025 - 06.2026
Medication Aide
The Greens of Spruce Pine
07.2024 - 06.2025
CNA
Hospice of the Blue Ridge
03.2023 - 07.2024
CNA
Amorem
08.2021 - 08.2022
Unit Clerk
RHA
06.2021 - 08.2021
Activities Director
Brian Center
08.2018 - 02.2019
CNA
Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 04.2021
CNA
Memorial Mission Hospital
12.2015 - 03.2016
Daycare Teacher
Phillips Gwatney Child development
08.1998 - 05.1999
CNA
Brain Center Health and Rehab
08.1994 - 09.2015
GED -
Mayland Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Mcdowell Tech