Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Washed floors, vacuumed, and disposed of garbage.
Assisted elderly clients in daily activities, physical transfers and care for incontinence.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
Used Software and Software to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Worked with Job title to complete Number Type and Type daily treatments.
Assisted coworkers in switch from Software to Software and completed subsequent training sessions in Number days.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for Type patient rooms.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
CNA 2
Blue Ridge Healthcare/Grace Hospital
Morganton, NC
01.2003 - 11.2006
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for Type patient rooms.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Worked with Job title to complete Number Type and Type daily treatments.
Assisted coworkers in switch from Software to Software and completed subsequent training sessions in Number days.
Home Health Aide
Intrepid USA Healthcare Services - Home Health
Hickory, NC
08.2000 - 11.2002
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
CNA 2
Frye Regional Medical Center
Hickory, NC
09.1999 - 08.2000
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for Type patient rooms.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Worked with Job title to complete Number Type and Type daily treatments.
Assisted coworkers in switch from Software to Software and completed subsequent training sessions in Number days.