CRYSTAL RAGLAND
Palmetto,GA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in patient support, vital signs monitoring, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety while collaborating with healthcare teams. Experienced with patient care and support in various healthcare environments. Utilizes compassionate communication and efficient assistance to enhance patient well-being. Knowledge of adapting to different healthcare settings and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
One Staff Medical
Omaha, NE
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications as directed.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and resources available for support.
- Maintained the cleanliness of assigned patient rooms, upholding high standards of hygiene and contributing to a comfortable healing environment.
- Safely transferred and repositioned patients using appropriate body mechanics, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members.
- Facilitated patient mobility by providing safe and effective ambulatory assistance.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Sabra Healthcare
Irvine, California
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety during travel assignments.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Supported nursing staff in providing quality care by preparing and maintaining medical equipment.
- Documented patient progress and care routines accurately in electronic health records system.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and resources available for support.
- Maintained the cleanliness of assigned patient rooms, upholding high standards of hygiene and contributing to a comfortable healing environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the nursing unit by assisting fellow CNAs in their duties as needed, creating a positive work atmosphere conducive to quality patient care outcomes.
- 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.
CNA
Northeast Medical Center Of Gainesville
Gainesville, GA
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Checked vital signs and weight and recorded intake and output information to maintain patient stability.
- Answered call lights, alarms and patient requests.
- Collaborated with therapy and nursing teams to prepare residents for therapy sessions.
- Maintained resident confidentiality and followed HIPAA guidelines.
- Utilized appropriate transfer techniques to assist residents to and from bathrooms.
- Utilized patient tracking software to accurately document provided care.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient records accurately.
- Collected specimens such as blood, urine, or stool for laboratory testing.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and ensured their comfort during wait times.
- Trained new nursing assistants on facility protocols and patient-care techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Hospice/ Promedical/ Gentiva Hospice
Cartersville, Ga
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Documented patient progress and care effectively in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and wellness practices.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs and prioritized tasks efficiently.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Reginal Care Network Travel Agency
New Rochelle, NY
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and vital signs, supporting seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Assisted nurses with patient monitoring, contributing to a safer and more efficient healthcare environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported patients' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Diagnostic Ultrasound School
Atlanta, GA01-2023
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Brown Mackie College
Atlanta, GA06-2010
Associate of Science - Patient Care Technician
Branell Institute
Sandy Springs, GA01-1990
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Reliability and punctuality
- Compassion and empathy
- Reliable team player
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient lifting
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
Timeline
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
One Staff Medical
02.2025 - 12.2025
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Sabra Healthcare
02.2023 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Hospice/ Promedical/ Gentiva Hospice
11.2021 - 02.2023
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Reginal Care Network Travel Agency
11.2020 - 12.2021
CNA
Northeast Medical Center Of Gainesville
10.2020 - 11.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Diagnostic Ultrasound School
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Brown Mackie College
Associate of Science - Patient Care Technician
Branell Institute