Betty Folse
BATONROUGE,LA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to providing compassionate support and enhancing patient well-being.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
White Oaks Nursing Home
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harvest Manor
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2022 - 02.2025
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clare Nursing Home
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Medical Staffing
Baton Rouge, LA
03.2013 - 02.2019
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Engaged residents in therapeutic activities to enhance social interaction and well-being.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promise Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2010 - 06.2011
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Schner Medical Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2008 - 03.2010
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Engaged residents in therapeutic activities to enhance social interaction and well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Semper Care
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2004 - 01.2005
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
11.1992 - 11.2004
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Engaged residents in therapeutic activities to enhance social interaction and well-being.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved resident health outcomes.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Louisiana Guest House
Baton Rouge, LA
12.1988 - 11.1992
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Provided support in maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glen Oaks High
Baton Rouge, LA05.1984
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -
Red Cross
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Certified Nursing Assistant -
American College
Baton Rouge, LA05.1988
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Bedside manner
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
White Oaks Nursing Home
05.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harvest Manor
11.2022 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Clare Nursing Home
02.2019 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southern Medical Staffing
03.2013 - 02.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promise Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Schner Medical Hospital
07.2008 - 03.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Semper Care
11.2004 - 01.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
11.1992 - 11.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Louisiana Guest House
12.1988 - 11.1992
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation -
Red Cross
High School Diploma -
Glen Oaks High
Certified Nursing Assistant -
American College