Bryan O'Steen
Cross City,FL
Summary
Compassionate C.N.A accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient moral and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
C.N.A
magnolia ridge health and rehab
Gainesville, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
C.N.A
Ayers Health and Rehabilitation
Trenton, FL
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or sit-n-stand.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trenton High School, FL
Trenton, FL06.2019
Skills
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Collecting Specimens
- Condition Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection Control Procedures
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting Patients
- Monitoring Fluids
- Patient Relations
- Care Plan Implementation
- Patient Lifting
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Management
- Wound Care Specialist
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Helping With Medication
- Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
reference
Reference: R.N Emma Ngoje
Number: 732-762-6239
Work Relations: Emma is my current nurse.
Reference: L.P.N Kim Brown
352-246-3380
Work Relations: Kim is my supervisor on night shift.
Timeline
C.N.A
magnolia ridge health and rehab
12.2022 - Current
C.N.A
Ayers Health and Rehabilitation
12.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Trenton High School, FL