Betty Fluker
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
Tuscaloosa,AL
22
years of professional experience
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in delivering patient care and monitoring vital signs while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Advocated for patient needs and contributed to safety protocols and effective communication within healthcare teams. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes patient dignity and comfort.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
22 Years 6 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for veterans.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance and safety protocols.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer environment for patients and staff.
- Advocated for patients' needs, enhancing communication between them and healthcare providers.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency within the nursing unit, streamlining processes for better care delivery.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Direct patient care
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Patient support
Recording vital signs
Personal hygiene support
Dressing assistance
Feeding assistance
Clothing support
HIPAA compliance
Nutritional support
Palliative care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Moundville Heath and Rehab
06.2023 - 08.2024Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
04.2004 - CurrentRead More
Central High School
High School Diploma
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