Christie Ridings
Secretary
Lonoke,AR
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven CNA with extensive experience at Superior Senior Care, adept at implementing care plans and fostering patient relationships. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Skilled in complex problem-solving and maintaining confidentiality in all interactions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Term Care CNA
Superior Senior Care
05.2023 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs, accurately reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented patient progress and care activities using electronic health records system efficiently.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and medical personnel to ensure coordinated care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
Secretary Coordinator
J1 Cattle Farm
04.2012 - Current
- Coordinated communication between departments to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for meetings, maintained calenders
- Managed budget tracking and expenses, optimizing resource allocation and cost savings.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally via phone or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate client records by updating database information regularly.
- Reduced overhead costs by negotiating contracts with vendors, securing better pricing on office supplies and services.
- Assisted in event planning and execution, resulting in successful company functions.
- Served as a liaison between management and clients, fostering positive relationships through professional communication.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
PCA
Absolute Care Management
12.2015 - 05.2023
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- implemented efficient scheduling processes to optimize caregiver assignments and improve service delivery.
- Trained and mentored new home health aides on best practices and compliance protocols.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
UCA
Conway, ARHigh School Diploma -
Conway High
Conway05.1992
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support CPR
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Complex Problem-solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Geriatric care
- Patient relationship building
- Care plan implementation
- Organization
- Appointment scheduling
- Supply ordering Logistics
- Multitasking and time management
- Customer relations and communications
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Clerical support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Long Term Care CNA
Superior Senior Care
05.2023 - Current
PCA
Absolute Care Management
12.2015 - 05.2023
Secretary Coordinator
J1 Cattle Farm
04.2012 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
UCA
High School Diploma -
Conway High