Briana Tierney
Joliet,IL
Summary
Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with a track record of enhancing patient wellbeing at Heritage Woods of Plainfield. Excelled in HIPAA compliance and patient care, significantly streamlining medication processes. Demonstrates compassionate bedside manner and adeptness in emergency response, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency. Holds CNA and CPR certifications, embodying reliability and attention to detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Woods of Plainfield
14731 South Van Dyke Rd. Plainfield IL 60435
05.2012 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while assisting with medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed cancellations or no-shows efficiently, proactively filling open slots.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate seamless operation and excellent patient care.
- Resolved conflicts in scheduling or resource allocation quickly and professionally, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among administrative staff members.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Care Center
222 North Hammes Ave. Joliet IL 60435
06.2010 - 01.2012
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central High School
24120 Fort Beggs Dr. Plainfield IL 6054405.2010
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Electronic Charting
- Adaptable
- Geriatric Care
- Responding to emergencies
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Valid IL driver's license
- CNA Certification
- CPR Certification
- Attention to Detail
- Calm Under Stress
- Infection Control
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20+ staff members.
- Received a Certificate of Recognition from LeadingAge Illinois for dedication and exceptional work at Heritage Woods of Plainfield
- Employee of the Month at Fairview Care Center.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Woods of Plainfield
05.2012 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fairview Care Center
06.2010 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Plainfield Central High School