Christen Norton
Dumas,TX
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant of 8 years diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Great Plains Nursing And Rehabilitation
Dumas, Texas
11.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Sales Specialist
Powur
, CA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base.
- Created customized presentations for potential customers.
- Conducted market research to identify target markets and develop pricing strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
- Conducted detailed site assessments to determine the best solar system configuration for each customer.
- Developed and implemented solar energy solutions for residential and commercial customers.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding photovoltaic systems, batteries, inverters, charge controllers.
- Researched current industry trends related to renewable energy sources.
- Organized training sessions for customers on the use and maintenance of their solar energy systems.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all projects including progress reports, budgets, timelines.
- Educated homeowners on benefits of solar energy such as potential savings, lowered environmental impacts and likely increases in home value.
- Employed consumer-focused sales practices centered on helping families save money.
- Prepared proposals, quotes, contracts and presentations for solar customer review.
- Conducted follow-up calls with warm leads to cement connections and pursue conversions.
CNA
AccentCare
Amarillo, Texas
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Completed assigned tasks such as light housekeeping, laundry, errands, meal preparation and grocery shopping.
- Performed personal hygiene activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing and undressing and toileting assistance.
- Assisted with ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Provided companionship to patients while encouraging them to remain active within their limitations.
- Maintained a safe environment for patient care through adherence to established safety guidelines and policies.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and comfort.
CNA
Great Plains Nursing And Rehabilitation
Dumas, Texas
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Education
GED -
Dumas High School
Dumas, TX05-2011
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Compassion and Empathy
- Toileting assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Care
- Compassionate communication
- Care plan implementation
- Electronic Charting
- Documenting behaviors
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Transporting patients
- Patient Lifting
- Infection control procedures
- Outpatient Care
- Compassionate caregiver
- End of life care
- Compassionate
- Geriatric Care
- Trustworthy companion
- Adaptable
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Timeline
CNA
Great Plains Nursing And Rehabilitation
11.2023 - Current
Sales Specialist
Powur
08.2022 - 08.2023
CNA
AccentCare
07.2020 - 06.2021
CNA
Great Plains Nursing And Rehabilitation
12.2017 - 09.2019
GED -
Dumas High School