Claudia Diggs
Hammond ,LA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CNA
United Nursing International-REHB/MEDSURG/LTAC
11.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Travel CNA
Advantage Medical Professionals-LTAC Facilities
03.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Travel CNA
Snap Nurse-LTAC/Hospitals
08.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered high-quality care to Cardio patients in hospital facility.
CNA Supervisor
Ormond Nursing-Geriatrics/Behavioral Center
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
CNA
Twin Oaks Nursing And Convalescent-Rehabilitation
05.2018 - 09.2018
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College
Schriever, LA05.2025
GED -
River Parishes Community College
Sorrento, LA06.2020
No Degree - CNA, EKG & Phlebotomy Program
River Parishes Institute LLC.
Gonzales, LA05.2018
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medical Terminology
- Physical Stamina
- Professionalism
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- CPR Certification
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Travel CNA
United Nursing International-REHB/MEDSURG/LTAC
11.2023 - Current
Travel CNA
Advantage Medical Professionals-LTAC Facilities
03.2022 - Current
Travel CNA
Snap Nurse-LTAC/Hospitals
08.2021 - 03.2022
CNA Supervisor
Ormond Nursing-Geriatrics/Behavioral Center
09.2018 - 09.2021
CNA
Twin Oaks Nursing And Convalescent-Rehabilitation
05.2018 - 09.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College
GED -
River Parishes Community College
No Degree - CNA, EKG & Phlebotomy Program
River Parishes Institute LLC.
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