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Cheryl Burnett

Certified Nursing Assistant
Merced,CA

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant offering 26 years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nurse Assistant

Driftwood Healthcare Center
Hayward, CA
06.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
  • Provided compassionate care to elderly, disabled and terminally ill individuals.
  • Observed patient behavior and reported any changes to the supervising nurse.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress and condition.
  • Gave emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Answered call lights in a timely manner and responded appropriately to requests from patients or family members.
  • Transported patients safely between departments within the facility using wheelchairs or other appropriate devices.
  • Provided companionship by talking with the patient about current events or topics of interest.
  • Assisted with ambulation training for those who are physically impaired.
  • Monitored food intake to ensure proper nutrition is maintained.
  • Measured urine output on a regular basis to assess kidney function.
  • Participated in team meetings with nurses, physicians and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Reported any changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising nurse.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

Education

Certified Nurses Assistant

OICW Regional Occupation Program
Menlo Park, CA
06-1999

Skills

  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Compassionate Care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Patient Care
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Lifting
  • Patient Relations
  • Transporting Patients
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
  • Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Assisting With Personal Grooming
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Compassionate
  • Inpatient Care

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Nurse Assistant

Driftwood Healthcare Center
06.2023 - Current

Certified Nurses Assistant

OICW Regional Occupation Program
Cheryl BurnettCertified Nursing Assistant