Consuella Heard
Hempstead
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns. Experienced healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated professional. Self-sufficient medication aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to several patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings. Patient-oriented medication aide. Committed to providing first-rate care, comfort and safety of patients in hospital setting. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide/ Certified Nurses Aide
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Brenham
10.2009 - Current
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Educated patients on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Participated in quality assurance activities related to medication management processes.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals about medication orders.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the medication preparation area.
- Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
- Managed the storage of hazardous drugs and disposal of expired and unused medications according to policy guidelines.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Provided support and assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
- Liaised with nursing staff to prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbors of Briarwood
Bellville
05.2007 - 09.2009
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colonial Belle Nursing Home
Bellville
02.2005 - 03.2007
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Education
GED -
Hempstead High School
Hempstead, TXSkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Inventory management
- Medication education
- Emergency response
- Health documentation
- Team collaboration
- Patient support
- Charting accuracy
- Quality assurance
- Technical communication
- Patient interaction
- Electronic charting
- Helping with medication
Certification
Certified Nursing Aide -issued 9/30/1997 # 685305
Certified Medication Aide - issued 7/11/2006 # 29105
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide/ Certified Nurses Aide
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
10.2009 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbors of Briarwood
05.2007 - 09.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colonial Belle Nursing Home
02.2005 - 03.2007
GED -
Hempstead High School
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