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Carolyn Gary

Carolyn Gary

Durham,NC

Summary

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. Certified Nursing Assistant offering 30 years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Compassionate NCA 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. Helpful NCA committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 30+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Bayda home health care
Durham, NC
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

CNA

Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
10.2017 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • 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.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.

Med Tech/Caregiver

The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
Durham, NC
06.2008 - 11.2016
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.

Education

Pharmacy Tech -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
08-2016

Skills

  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Basic Life Support
  • Compassionate communication
  • Toileting assistance
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Transporting patients
  • Collecting specimens
  • Patient Lifting
  • Patient Relations
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Quality Assurance
  • Care plan implementation
  • Patient-focused care
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Light Housekeeping
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Valid NC driver's license
  • Documentation expert
  • Medical Records Management
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Bedside manner
  • Able to lift 500 pounds
  • Pediatric Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Outpatient Care
  • Geriatric Care
  • Preparing meals
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Reliable transportation
  • Family support and assistance
  • Specimen Collection
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Safety Precautions
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Patient Assessments
  • Meal Planning
  • Activity Planning
  • Activity Coordination
  • Helping with medication
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Compassionate
  • Inpatient Care
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Collecting vital signs

Certification

CNA

Pharmacy Technician

BLS

Timeline

CNA

Bayda home health care
01.2024 - Current

CNA

Duke University Hospital
10.2017 - Current

Med Tech/Caregiver

The Forest at Duke Retirement Community
06.2008 - 11.2016

Pharmacy Tech -

Penn Foster Career School

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