Arqualia Hilton
Summary
Dedicated STNA with proven expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring, demonstrated across roles at Continuing Healthcare Solutions and Dedicated Nursing Association. Excelled in providing compassionate support and maintaining safety measures, achieving high patient satisfaction. Skilled in adapting to diverse patient needs and enhancing team efficiency through reliable, direct patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STNA
Continuing Healthcare Solutions
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
STNA
Dedicated Nursing Association
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.q
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to an inclusive environment by treating all patients with respect and cultural sensitivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
- Coordinated mealtime assistance for patients requiring feeding support, ensuring proper nutrition intake daily.
- Safely transported patients throughout the facility using proper transfer techniques and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends.
- Administered basic first aid when necessary, prioritizing patient well-being above all else.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
04.2020 - 09.2024
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Youngstown East High SCHOOL
Youngstown, OHSkills
- End-of-life care
- Dressing assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient transfers
- Positioning patients
- Nutrition support
- Safety measures
- Range of motion exercises
- Personal hygiene
- Toileting assistance
- Fall prevention
- Confidentiality
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Documenting behaviors
- Compassionate
- Adaptable
- Safety precautions
- Maintaining privacy
- Direct patient care
- Light housekeeping
- Specimen collection
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Timeline
STNA
Continuing Healthcare Solutions
03.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
04.2020 - 09.2024
STNA
Dedicated Nursing Association
02.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Youngstown East High SCHOOL