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Blessen Simmons

Kinston,NC

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated CNA with experience at Shiftkey, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient comfort through attentive care and effective communication. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and ensuring patient satisfaction, while adhering to HIPAA compliance and delivering high-quality personal care services.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Shiftkey
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.

PCA

Edward’s Home Care
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.

CNA Student

Harmony Hall Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
  • Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
  • Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
  • Participated in ongoing education opportunities to enhance knowledge base and stay up-to-date on industry best practices as a CNA student.

Education

CNA 2 -

Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC

High School Diploma -

Kinston High School
Kinston, NC
06.2020

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Basic life support
  • End-of-life care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Wound care
  • Patient-focused care

Certification

CNA 2

CPR/ BLS

Timeline

CNA

Shiftkey
08.2024 - Current

PCA

Edward’s Home Care
08.2023 - 05.2024

CNA Student

Harmony Hall Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - 06.2023

CNA 2 -

Lenoir Community College

High School Diploma -

Kinston High School