Certified Nursing Assistant
Eastview Nursing And Rehabilitation
08.2023 - Current
Cassandra Watt
Certified Nursing Assistant
Channelview,TX
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
02.2020 - 07.2023
Home Health Aide
Girling Home Health
05.2017 - 01.2020
Diploma - General Studies
Spring High School
2002 - 2006
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eastview Nursing And Rehabilitation
Channelview, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Patient Care Technician
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Home Health Aide
Girling Home Health
Houston, TX
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work Preference
Work Type
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On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementFlexible work hoursEducation
Diploma - General Studies
Spring High School
Spring, TX 2002 - 2006
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