Ceresa Dear
Decatur,IL
Summary
Dedicated and experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Goldwater Care
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team review.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Communicated effectively with medical staff regarding patient needs and updates.
- Supported mobility of patients through safe transfer techniques and equipment use.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care practices.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
CNA
Moweaqua Nursing Retirement Home
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for healthcare team review.
Home Health Aide
Help at Home Senior Care
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained clean and safe living environments, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients to foster emotional well-being and engagement.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Home Health Aide
Individual Support Services
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, ensuring accurate documentation for healthcare providers.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining adherence to safety protocols.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- 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.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
CNA/Certified Home Health Aide
Purpose Home Health
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care and support programs.
- Participated in training sessions for new CNAs, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
South College
Knoxville, TN06-2026
Associate of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2020
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- Patient transfers
- End-of-life care
- Basic life support
- Lifting and transferring
- Infection control practices
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Goldwater Care
05.2025 - Current
CNA
Moweaqua Nursing Retirement Home
12.2024 - 05.2025
Home Health Aide
Help at Home Senior Care
06.2024 - 01.2025
CNA/Certified Home Health Aide
Purpose Home Health
03.2023 - 10.2023
Home Health Aide
Individual Support Services
10.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
South College
Associate of Arts - Business
University of Phoenix