Sonnie Cooper
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center, showcasing expertise in patient-focused care and infection control procedures. Excelled in enhancing patient comfort and safety, significantly reducing fall incidents. Renowned for compassionate caregiving and reliable teamwork, adept in CPR/AED, ensuring high-quality care and patient dignity.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Huger Mercy Living Center
12.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
- 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 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Osborn Health and Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grace Healthcare
05.2011 - 11.2015
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sun Grove Village Care Center
05.2011 - 11.2015
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marycrest Manor
11.2007 - 12.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate
Healthcare Solution And Career Group
Detroit, MI04-2007
GED -
International Rescue Committee (IRC)Refugee School
Guinea West Africa09-1991
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Trustworthy companion
- Infection control procedures
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Huger Mercy Living Center
12.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Osborn Health and Rehabilitation
11.2015 - 07.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grace Healthcare
05.2011 - 11.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sun Grove Village Care Center
05.2011 - 11.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Marycrest Manor
11.2007 - 12.2009
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate
Healthcare Solution And Career Group
GED -
International Rescue Committee (IRC)Refugee School
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