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Christine Pierce

Christine Pierce

marble rock,Iowa

Summary

Dedicated CNA with experience at MercyOne North Iowa, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and emotional support, while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to implement fall prevention measures, ensuring safety and dignity for residents in assisted living environments.

Work History

Cna

MercyOne North Iowa
  • Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety for all residents.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, contributing to effective communication within healthcare team.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, enhancing overall care experience.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • 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.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.

Education

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Basics

Basics And Beyond
Newton, IA
06.1997

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Teaching strategies

Timeline

Cna

MercyOne North Iowa

Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Basics

Basics And Beyond
Christine Pierce