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Brewer Tonya

Yorktown,VA

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nurse's Assistant with extensive experience at VHS Hospice, enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and empathetic communication. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and maintaining a safe environment, I excel in providing emotional support and promoting independence, ensuring dignity and comfort for all patients.

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nurse's Assistant

VHS Hospice
07.2024 - Current
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through empathetic listening and clear communication skills.
  • Personal care to the patient with bathing, dressing, grooming and hygiene needs.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for the patient.
  • Helping patient with ambulation and transferring.
  • Assist with feeding.
  • Reporting any abnormalities or changes to nurse.
  • Train new Certified Nurses Assistance

Certified Nurse's Assistant

York Nursing And Rehabilitation
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or changes to nursing staff.
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mennowood Retirement Community
05.2002 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • 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.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

Certificate in CNA License - Train How To Care For Patients.

New Horizons Regional Education Center
Hampton, VA
04-1992

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School
Hampton, VA
06-1988

Skills

  • Reliable team player
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Compassionate
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient lifting
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Safety precautions
  • End-of-life care
  • Electronic charting
  • Feeding assistance
  • Geriatric care
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Valid VA driver's license
  • General housekeeping

Timeline

Certified Nurse's Assistant

VHS Hospice
07.2024 - Current

Certified Nurse's Assistant

York Nursing And Rehabilitation
03.2024 - 07.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mennowood Retirement Community
05.2002 - 02.2024

Certificate in CNA License - Train How To Care For Patients.

New Horizons Regional Education Center

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School

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