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Cherrelle Lewis

Waterbury

Summary

Strong, compassionate care giver with over 10 years worth of experience. Ability to adapt in any setting, wether alone or as a team player. Hard working, motivated employee eager to apply and expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Complete Care
09.2024 - 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • 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.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

CNA

Amedysis Beacon Hospice
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with adls, providing comfort and the proper care needed
  • Documenting, reporting to nurse of any changes
  • 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.
  • Traveling

CNA

St Marys Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2023
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition
  • 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
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients

Private Caregiver

Sunset Shores
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation
  • Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations
  • Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their needs and preferences
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens
  • Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day

CNA

Abbott Terrace
06.2012 - 05.2019
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician

Education

High School Diploma - Allied Health Program

Cosby High School
Waterbury, CT
06.2011

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Transporting Patients
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Adaptable
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Compassionate
  • Outpatient Care

Certification

Cna certification

Cpr

Timeline

CNA

Complete Care
09.2024 - Current

CNA

Amedysis Beacon Hospice
12.2023 - Current

Private Caregiver

Sunset Shores
06.2019 - 06.2020

CNA

St Marys Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2023

CNA

Abbott Terrace
06.2012 - 05.2019

High School Diploma - Allied Health Program

Cosby High School

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