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CANDICE SUMPTER-BURNS

Gadsden,AL

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level CNA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assist Healthcare Staffing
09.2021 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

Semi Truck Driver

Midwest Logistics Systems
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Riverview Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • 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.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Delivered high-quality care to many patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gadsden Health And Rehab
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Education

CDL - CDL SEMI TRUCK DRIVING

MARSHALL TECHNICAL SCHOOL
Guntersville, AL
07.2022

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSITAINT

MEDICAL CONCEPTS
Rainbow City, AL
06.2008

Skills

  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Medical Records Management
  • Medication Assistance
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Charting Expertise
  • Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Family Support and Assistance
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Measuring Bodily Fluids
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Patient Assessments
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Performing Patient Intakes
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player

Timeline

Semi Truck Driver

Midwest Logistics Systems
07.2022 - 03.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assist Healthcare Staffing
09.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Riverview Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gadsden Health And Rehab
06.2017 - 05.2019

CDL - CDL SEMI TRUCK DRIVING

MARSHALL TECHNICAL SCHOOL

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSITAINT

MEDICAL CONCEPTS
CANDICE SUMPTER-BURNS