Chelsea Bertrand

CNA

Westminster Village Muncie

Muncie, IN

04.2016 - Current

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.