Autumn Porter
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Luxe Recovery Detox
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate care and support during detoxification process.
- Enhanced treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Contributed to a safe and supportive environment for patients, assisting in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, ensuring accurate and timely communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients in identifying triggers and coping strategies to prevent relapse after completing the detox program.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various addiction types and appropriate treatment approaches, tailoring interventions to meet individual needs.
- Streamlined intake process for new patients by accurately gathering essential information about medical history, substance use habits, and current health status at the time of admission.
- Charted on each patient daily.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Longwood Manor Convalescent
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Performed accurate documentation of each patient.
Certified Nursing Assistant (COVID Collector)
AMI
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Enhanced testing accuracy by following strict procedures and utilizing proper equipment for COVID-19 testing.
- Increased safety measures by adhering to stringent sanitation protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment during COVID-19 testing.
- Improved patient experience by providing clear instructions on self-administered tests, ensuring accurate results with minimal discomfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to track positive cases and provide timely notifications of COVID-19 test results.
- Maintained accurate records of each test administered, facilitating efficient contact tracing efforts in case of positive results.
C.N.A
Los Angeles Community Hospital
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
C.N.A
Pulse Clinical Registry / Harbor City UCLA
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Nursing Assistant
Beachwood Rehabilitation
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
C.N.A
Maxim Healthcare Registry/Ronald Reagan UCLA
08.2018 - 08.2018
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Health And Rehabitation
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Brea Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Certified Nursing Certification - Nursing Assistance
Accord Healthcare Institution
2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
John Muir Charter Schools
06.2003
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Care plan implementation
- Bedside manner
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Compassionate
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Adaptable
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Inpatient Care
- Geriatric Care
- Colostomy Care
- EMR / EHR
- End of life care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS -Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Luxe Recovery Detox
01.2024 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant (COVID Collector)
AMI
09.2021 - 03.2022
C.N.A
Pulse Clinical Registry / Harbor City UCLA
05.2021 - 07.2021
C.N.A
Los Angeles Community Hospital
09.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Longwood Manor Convalescent
03.2019 - 01.2024
Nursing Assistant
Beachwood Rehabilitation
11.2018 - 11.2020
C.N.A
Maxim Healthcare Registry/Ronald Reagan UCLA
08.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Health And Rehabitation
07.2017 - 03.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Brea Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma - General Studies
John Muir Charter Schools
Certified Nursing Certification - Nursing Assistance
Accord Healthcare Institution