Catherine L Jackson
Fairview Heights,IL
Summary
Dedicated CNA with proven expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring, honed at Meridian Village and Autumn Meadows. Excelled in delivering compassionate communication and maintaining HIPAA compliance, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Achieved significant improvements in patient independence and dignity through innovative care techniques and teamwork. 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. 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. 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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Meridian Village
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
CNA
Autumn Meadows
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- 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.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
SWIC
Belleville, IL08.2023
No Degree - Nursing
SWIC
Belleville, IL05.2018
Associate of Science - Office Administrative Technology
SWIC
Belleville, IL05.2011
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Transfers
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Safety Precautions
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
- Achieved helping coworkers through effectively helping with Caring for all residents.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of Skills training.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Church goer, Athletic, Family Time, Reading, Willing to Learn more.
I love to attend Sunday School/Church. It helps me spiritually to make it through life. Being athletic helps me to stay in shape as well as in good health. It consist of walking, running, roller skating, bowling, and weight lifting. I also like playing basketball with my sons, daughter in laws, and grandchildren. I like reading all kinds of books. As far willing to learn more, I am willing to go to school to learn more skills.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
CNA
Meridian Village
09.2021 - Current
CNA
Autumn Meadows
01.2019 - 09.2021
No Degree - Phlebotomy
SWIC
No Degree - Nursing
SWIC
Associate of Science - Office Administrative Technology
SWIC
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