Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Public Partnerships LLC
Richmond, VA
10.2020 - Current
Perform vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Remind the patient to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Assist patient in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Document patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Observe the patient for any physical or emotional changes, and report findings to medical staff immediately.
Educate patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
CNA
CONNECT RN TRAVEL AGENCY
Richmond, VA
04.2022 - 09.2023
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westport Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
RICHMOND, VA
04.2021 - 04.2022
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Transported patients to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcher.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
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