Arisa Simmons
Savannah,GA
Summary
Patient-focused Certified nursing assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Assisting clients with all activities of daily living. Demonstrates ability to provide adequate support to patients and families to establish optimal health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valor Behavioral Health
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Cared for residents care living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marshall Browning Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assist patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assist patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Patient Care Partner II
Memorial Health University Medical Center
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Performed clinical tasks under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Education
Sol C. Johnson High School
Savannah, GeorgiaAssociate of Science - Nursing
Brightwood Career Institute
San Diego, CA05.2018
Associate of Science -
Armstrong State University
05.2015
Skills
- EMR
- Medic Tech Charting System
- PCT II
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
- Charting Expertise
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Medical Records Management
- Activity Planning
- Intake Recording
- Database Administration
- Activity Coordination
- Admitting Support
- Laboratory Testing
- Documenting Behaviors
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valor Behavioral Health
02.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marshall Browning Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2021
Patient Care Partner II
Memorial Health University Medical Center
08.2015 - 07.2019
Sol C. Johnson High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Brightwood Career Institute
Associate of Science -
Armstrong State University
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