22 Plus year of experience
Christal Nicholson
Greenville,NC
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
22
22
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
MacGregor Downs Health And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorite Healthcare Agency
04.2021 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Restorative Nurse Assistant
Pruitt Healthcare-Farmville,
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted patients in development of eating, dressing and grooming skills.
- Operated equipment appropriately and according to user instructions, reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
- Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
Education
Medication Aide Certified - Medication Aide
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC 09.2023 - 10.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Office Assistance
Miller-Motte Technical College - Greenville, NC
Greenville,NC10.2015
Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC10.2002
GED -
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC12.1995
Skills
- Wound Care
- Charting Expertise
- Medical Records Management
- Family Support and Assistance
- Medication Assistance
- EMR Systems
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Documenting Behaviors
- Nursing Assistance
- Collecting Specimens
- ADLs Assistance
- Equipment Selection
- Patient Safety Management
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Bed Transfers
- Microsoft Excel
- Consistent Follow Through
- Geriatrics
- PointClickCare
Timeline
Medication Aide Certified - Medication Aide
Pitt Community College
09.2023 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
MacGregor Downs Health And Rehabilitation Center
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Favorite Healthcare Agency
04.2021 - Current
Restorative Nurse Assistant
Pruitt Healthcare-Farmville,
08.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Medical Office Assistance
Miller-Motte Technical College - Greenville, NC
Certified Nursing Assistance - Nursing Assistance
Lenoir Community College
GED -
Pitt Community College
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