Chelsea Graham
Salisbury
Summary
I am a CNA with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. I have experience in short-term, long-term and assisted living. Here recently I've had experience in the ER, Telemetry/Med Surg, and also 1:1 with suicidal patients of all ages. I'm Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
NC State Veterans Home
05.2024 - 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Aided in streamlining workflow through proficient multitasking abilities while managing multiple patients'' telemetry simultaneously.
- Boosted departmental productivity through active participation in ongoing training programs related to cardiac telemetry techniques.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the telemetry unit by actively participating in quality assurance initiatives and process improvement projects.
- Supported continuity of care by effectively communicating patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Assisted nurses during medical emergencies by providing prompt response time and following established guidelines for patient care procedures.
- Improved patient care by providing consistent and compassionate assistance in daily living activities.
CNA
Salisbury Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 07.2023
- 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.
- 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.
CNA
Compass Healthcare
10.2022 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Accordius Health
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Assist residents with transfers in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and also automobiles
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe working environment
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or environment
- Remained in good standing with the Nursing Aide Registry.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Brian Center of Salisbury
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Assist residents with transfers in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and also automobiles
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe working environment
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or environment
- Remained in good standing with the Nursing Aide Registry.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Care of Mocksville
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Assist residents with transfers in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and also automobiles
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe working environment
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or environment
- Remained in good standing with the Nursing Aide Registry.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Gardens
05.2012 - 06.2016
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination
- Assist residents with transfers in and out of bed, baths, wheelchairs and also automobiles
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe working environment
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patient's condition or environment
- Remained in good standing with the Nursing Aide Registry.
Education
Associate in Physical Therapy - Therapy And Rehabilitation
CPCC
Charlotte01.2027
High school or equivalent - Allied Health
North Rowan High School
Spencer, NC06.2007
Skills
- Home Health
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Dementia Care
- Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Bedside manner
- Companionship and emotional support
- Responding to emergencies
- Healthcare ethics
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Med Tech
- Restorative training
- CPR/BLS
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
CNA
NC State Veterans Home
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
08.2023 - 05.2024
CNA
Salisbury Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - 07.2023
CNA
Compass Healthcare
10.2022 - 01.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Accordius Health
08.2018 - 07.2020
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Brian Center of Salisbury
03.2016 - 08.2018
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Care of Mocksville
10.2014 - 12.2016
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Gardens
05.2012 - 06.2016
Associate in Physical Therapy - Therapy And Rehabilitation
CPCC
High school or equivalent - Allied Health
North Rowan High School
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