Chrysta Cochran
Clio,MI
Summary
Adept Certified Nurse's Assistant with a proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and care at Vibrint Life. Specializes in vital signs monitoring and dementia care, boosting patient engagement through compassionate support. Demonstrates expertise in bathing assistance and patient safety, contributing to a significant improvement in care quality. 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Vibrint Life
07.2024 - Current
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Durand Senior Care and Rehab Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Personal Care Provider
Jerrie Rozier
02.2008 - 07.2014
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Nursing Assistant
Crestmont Senior Care Rehabilitation Center
04.2007 - 09.2013
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
Education
GED -
Mott Adult
05.2013
Skills
- Bathing Assistance
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Dementia Care
- Positioning Patients
- Transfer Techniques
- Feeding Assistance
- Maintaining Boundaries
- Continuing education
Certification
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certificate of completion in Phlebotomy
Timeline
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Vibrint Life
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Durand Senior Care and Rehab Center
12.2022 - 03.2023
Personal Care Provider
Jerrie Rozier
02.2008 - 07.2014
Nursing Assistant
Crestmont Senior Care Rehabilitation Center
04.2007 - 09.2013
GED -
Mott Adult
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