Empathetic Certified Nursing Assistant commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/Qmap
Department of Corrections
Sterling, Co
06.2023 - 01.2025
Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to ensure timely medical interventions.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Educated patients on health maintenance and rehabilitation techniques for improved well-being.
Trained new staff on protocols, enhancing team efficiency and patient safety standards.
Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe healthcare environment.
Advocated for patient needs, ensuring compliance with facility policies and patient rights
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA
Melissa Memorial Hospital
Holyoke, CO
03.2022 - 06.2023
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Department of Corrections CNA
Action Staffing
01.2021 - 03.2022
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for clinic rooms.
CNA
Devonshire Acres
08.2017 - 09.2020
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
CNA
Sterling Living Center
08.2016 - 08.2018
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet all needs.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.