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Chukia Wiggins

Lancaster,VA

Summary

Accomplished and experienced CNA, enhancing patient comfort and safety through expert care and empathy. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate caregiving, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Demonstrates strong abilities in patient transfers and emergency response, ensuring high-quality care and support for diverse patient needs. Expert at ADL care and time management.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Kare
Travel Aide
04.2022 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and 02 stats.

Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing

  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.

CNA

Visiting Angles
Kilmarnock, VA
04.2020 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
  • Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA.

CNA

Nurse Spring
Midlothian, VA
04.2014 - 06.2020
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • 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.

CNA

Virginia Health Services
Kilmarnock, VA
06.2010 - 02.2014
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.

Education

Diploma -

Lancaster High School
Lancaster, VA
06.2009

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient Transfers
  • Reliable team player
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Safety Precautions
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Bedside manner
  • Patient Lifting
  • End of life care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Inpatient Care
  • Quality Assurance
  • Preparing meals
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Outpatient Care
  • CNA Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Time Management
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Heavy Lifting

Timeline

CNA

Kare
04.2022 - Current

CNA

Visiting Angles
04.2020 - Current

CNA

Nurse Spring
04.2014 - 06.2020

CNA

Virginia Health Services
06.2010 - 02.2014

Diploma -

Lancaster High School
Chukia Wiggins