Brenda Hobbs
certified nursing assistant
Greeley
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide compassionate quality care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Linden Place Health & Rehabilitation
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gale Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurses PRN/ MEd Pool
05.2018 - 12.2021
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Creek Nursing And Rehab
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Residential Counselor
Blue Peaks Developmental Services
03.2003 - 12.2015
- Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services, and providing emotional support. Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears. Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills. Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment. Supervised residents and provided feedback on performance. Collaborated with case managers to maintain continuity of care and to develop and implement programs to foster community growth and development.
Education
GED -
Trinidad State Jr College
Alamosa, CO2003
Skills
- Inpatient Care
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Recording Vital Signs
- Documenting Behaviors
- Infection Control Procedures
- Calm Under Stress
- Quality Patient Care
- ADLs Assistance
- Bathing and Dressing
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR / AED
- First-Aid
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Linden Place Health & Rehabilitation
10.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gale Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurses PRN/ MEd Pool
05.2018 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Creek Nursing And Rehab
01.2016 - 05.2018
Residential Counselor
Blue Peaks Developmental Services
03.2003 - 12.2015
GED -
Trinidad State Jr College
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