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Betty Cummings

Little Rock,AR

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Hospice Home Care
Little Rock, AR
11.2021 - Current
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • 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.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.

Education

CNA -

Premier Nursing
Malvern, AR
07-2007

Skills

  • Toileting assistance
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Basic Life Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Patient Care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient Transfers
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Electronic Charting
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Care plan implementation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Infection control procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Patient-focused care
  • Patient Lifting
  • Patient Relations
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Transporting patients
  • Reliable transportation
  • Valid [State] driver's license
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Documentation expert
  • Bedside manner
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Family support and assistance
  • Safety Precautions
  • Activity Planning
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Geriatric Care
  • Quick problem solver
  • Compassionate
  • Adaptable
  • Helping with medication
  • Activity Coordination
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Patient Management
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Meal Planning
  • Inpatient Care
  • Preparing meals
  • Light Housekeeping
  • CPR Certification
  • Patient Positioning
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Injury Prevention
  • Caregiver Relations

Custom

  • I have 16 years experience in healthcare, I have worked in longterm care facilities home health, private pare and hospice. I have experience in patient care, personal care, companionship. Light housework, meal preparation. bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, transfers, toileting. I have a lot of compassion and I believe in building a trusting relationship with my clients. I am big on allowing them to have/keep their dignity. My clients become my family and I treat them as such. At this time I am available full time. I can work most hours.

Timeline

CNA

Hospice Home Care
11.2021 - Current

CNA -

Premier Nursing
Betty Cummings