Charlene Vail
Miami,FL
Summary
Energetic Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill cardiac telemetry patients as well as ill patients of all kind. Highly compassionate and professional. Licensed in the state of Florida with Current certifications in First Aid, CPR and BLS. Knowledge of proper feeding, grooming and wound care procedures. Certified Nursing Assistant with 10+ years working inside a fast-paced environment handling confidential paperwork, and providing quality patient care. An individual that’s willing to learn new things hands on and hands off.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA-Med Tech
Seaside rehabilitation
Portland , Maine
09.2022 - Current
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Travel CNA
Trustaff
Portland, ME
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Travel CNA
Medshift
Miami, Florida
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Travel CNA
Favorite Staffing
Miami, Florida
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- 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.
- Perform EKGs
PCT
Jackson Memorial Hospital
Miami, Florida
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
Clinical Partner
Baptist Hospital of South Florida
Kendall, FL
04.2011 - 03.2020
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Education
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Beal University
Bangor, ME08-2026
Med Tech Certification -
Biddeford Adult Education
Biddeford, ME07-2024
Certification - CNA
Jackson Training Center
Skills
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Charting expertise
- Able to up to lift 50 pounds with proper equipment
- Understands medical procedures
- Trained in grooming and bathing assistance
- Trained in catheter change and preparation
- Quick problem solver
Affiliations
Head Of Patient Safety HandlingEmployee of the month (multiple)
Timeline
CNA-Med Tech
Seaside rehabilitation
09.2022 - Current
Travel CNA
Trustaff
09.2022 - 06.2023
Travel CNA
Medshift
05.2022 - 09.2022
Travel CNA
Favorite Staffing
01.2022 - 04.2022
PCT
Jackson Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - 05.2021
Clinical Partner
Baptist Hospital of South Florida
04.2011 - 03.2020
Certification - CNA
Jackson Training Center
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Beal University
Med Tech Certification -
Biddeford Adult Education