Hi, I’m
Charity Roberts
Hurricane
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care. Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking mid-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Seasons Health & RehabilitationSt. George
Certified Nursing Assistant
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Turned and reposition bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
ABC Home CareLLCIdaho Falls
Care Assistant
08.2013 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
- Encouraged independence among residents and patients whenever possible.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
- Observed residents and patients for any signs of discomfort or distress.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Developed relationships with residents and patients through meaningful conversation.
- Documented observations of mental and physical health to report updates to supervisor.
- Guided individuals to restroom for toileting and cared for incontinence needs.
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Education
Ridgeview CNA ProgramSt. George, UT
Certified Nursing Assistant from Utah Nursing Assistant Registry
02-2024
Eastern Idaho Technical CollageIdaho Falls, ID
GED
12-2013
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Client relationship management
- Health status reporting
- Care plan documentation
- Companionship provision
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Safety awareness
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Catheter change and preparation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Reliable team player
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient care technician
- CPR certified
- EMR / EHR
- Patient positioning
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Emergency response
- Intake recording
- Patient bathing
- Vital signs
- Ambulatory assistance
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Patient care technician (NCPCT)
- Output monitoring and reporting
- Electronic recordkeeping
- Excellent communication
- Feeding assistance
- CNA certification
- Resident care associate (RCA)
- Behavior redirection
- Direct patient care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Reliability
- Bedsore prevention
- Patient hygiene management
- Supply restocking
- Teamwork
Affiliations
I am Married and have 5 children, 4 of which are out on their own and 1 who graduates this year. I am almost an empty nester. I love to hike with my family. I love the outdoors. I build a garden every year and maintain it while it grows some delicious fruits and veggies. I love scrapbooking. And I also care for my disabled Husband and his mother.
Certification
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant... I want to Heighten my education , consider pursing further learning opportunities in Health Care of becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse, or even moving on up of being a Registered Nurse.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seasons Health & Rehabilitation
02.2024 - Current
Care Assistant
ABC Home CareLLC
08.2013 - 03.2014
Ridgeview CNA Program
Certified Nursing Assistant from Utah Nursing Assistant Registry
Eastern Idaho Technical Collage
GED
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