Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
Lafayette
05.2018 - Current
Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Supported the transition of patients through effective communication and coordination.
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
Lafayette
01.2025 - 01.2026
Assisted nurses with patient care tasks and daily activities.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
Provided direct patient care in Mother-Baby Unit environment.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
Educated families on newborn care techniques and safety practices.
Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements.
CNA
Camelot Of Broussard
Broussard
08.2013 - 03.2018
Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Medical Assistant Intern
Crowley Walk-In Clinic
Crowley
05.2014 - 06.2014
Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
Maintained patient records and ensured accurate documentation of medical history.
Prepared examination rooms by sanitizing equipment and arranging supplies.
Scheduled appointments and managed patient intake processes efficiently.
Supported administrative tasks including billing, coding, and insurance verification.
Collected specimens for lab testing and performed basic laboratory tests under supervision of physician or medical technologist.
Performed patient intake duties, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
Prepared examination rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
Resident Assistant
Southwind Nursing & Rehab
Crowley
02.2010 - 07.2013
Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Coordinated recreational activities to enhance resident engagement and well-being.
Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Supported meal service by ensuring dietary restrictions were followed accurately.
Documented resident behaviors and progress in care plans regularly.
Completed routine rounds, checking with residents to meet care needs.
Made beds daily and performed light housekeeping duties in resident apartments and common areas.
Aided residents with ambulation or walker, cane and wheelchair use.
Welcomed new residents and assisted with community adjustment.
Education
Diploma-Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant Training
Remington College
Lafayette, LA
07.2013 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Rayne High School
Rayne, LA
08.2005 - 05.2009
Certificate Nurse Assistant - Nurse Assistant
Louisiana Technical College
Crowley, LA
08.2006 - 12.2009
Skills
Transporting Patients
Condition Monitoring
Electronic Charting
Infection Control Procedures
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2025 - 01.2026
CNA
Platinum Healthcare Staffing
05.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Crowley Walk-In Clinic
05.2014 - 06.2014
CNA
Camelot Of Broussard
08.2013 - 03.2018
Diploma-Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant Training