Brandy Lucas
Albany,OR
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Avalon Corvallis Manor, excelling in patient-focused care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and safety precautions, while maintaining meticulous electronic health records. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and providing emotional support during challenging times.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
FlexForce Medical Staffing
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas, promoting safety standards.
- Supported patients during mobility exercises, enhancing physical therapy outcomes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Responded swiftly to patient needs, demonstrating adaptability in dynamic environments.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avalon Corvallis Manor
09.2018 - 09.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- 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.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avamere Newport Health and Rehibilation
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadow Park Health and Specialty Care
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- 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.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Colton High School
Colton, OR06.1982
Nursing Practice
Caregiver Training Institute
Portland, OR04.2014
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR-BLS American Heart Association
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
FlexForce Medical Staffing
09.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avalon Corvallis Manor
09.2018 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avamere Newport Health and Rehibilation
10.2017 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadow Park Health and Specialty Care
09.2013 - 04.2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
Colton High School
Nursing Practice
Caregiver Training Institute