Cherish Phillips
Conway,AR
Summary
Practical Nursing student and current Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Arkansas Hospice, providing exceptional patient-focused care and monitoring vital signs. Demonstrated track record in compassionate support to families and maintaining high standards of infection control. Skilled in quick problem-solving and effective team collaboration for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arkansas Hospice
Conway, AR
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independent Employer
Conway, AR
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Certified Labor and Postpartum Doula
Arkansas Family Doulas
Little Rock, AR
03.2016 - 05.2021
- Provided emotional and physical support to pregnant women throughout labor, delivery, and postpartum period.
- Educated clients on the stages of labor, pain management techniques, breastfeeding, and newborn care.
- Assisted clients in developing birth plans that addressed their needs and wishes for childbirth experience.
- Provided resources to families regarding postpartum depression, infant feeding choices, parenting classes.
- Facilitated communication between client and medical staff during labor and delivery process.
- Supported partners or family members with non-medical comfort measures such as massage therapy or aromatherapy.
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
North Little Rock, AR
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Morrilton, AR12-2024
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
MedLinc CNA
Little Rock03-2013
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
Kissimmee, FL05-2005
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Vital sign recording
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Compassionate caregiver
- Quick problem solver
- Reliable team player
- Family support and assistance
- Calm and level-headed under duress
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arkansas Hospice
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independent Employer
06.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Labor and Postpartum Doula
Arkansas Family Doulas
03.2016 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
03.2016 - 02.2018
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
MedLinc CNA
High School Diploma -
Osceola High School
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