Dakota Bass
Cornelius,NC
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient-focused care, emergency care and healthcare ethics, honed across roles at Novant Health and Atrium Health. Excels in providing comprehensive support, including vital signs monitoring and emergency response, coupled with exceptional companionship and emotional support. Received the R.O.S.E Award at Novant Health in 2021 and the Daisy Team Award along with becoming a Lantern Award Facility at Atrium Health in 2024.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Inc
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to emergency room patients in hospital facility.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Care Of Cornelius
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Health
08.2022 - Current
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to emergency room patients in hospital facility.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant 2 -
Gaston College
Dallas, NC05.2024
Phlebotomist -
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC06.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC06.2017
Highschool Diploma -
William Amos Hough High School
Cornelius, NC06.2016
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Relations
- Patient-focused care
- Quality Assurance
- Observing responses
- Electronic Charting
- Mobility Assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient Lifting
- Direct Patient Care
- Transporting patients
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Feeding Assistance
- Collecting vital signs
- End of life care
- Geriatric Care
- Healthcare ethics
- Reliable team player
- Vital signs monitoring
- Companionship and emotional support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Responding to emergencies
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Tracheostomy Care
- Maintaining privacy
- Safety Precautions
- Basic Life Support
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Health
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Novant Health, Inc
01.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn Care Of Cornelius
01.2018 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant 2 -
Gaston College
Phlebotomist -
Mitchell Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Mitchell Community College
Highschool Diploma -
William Amos Hough High School
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