Hard working, Dependable, Multi-tasking, self-motivated, very organized Certified Nurse aid open to expanding my career and Job in the medical field Highly skilled CNA / wound care technician with more than 6years' practical experience in an assisted living environment. home health and treatments, lab work, documentation and administrating treatment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Technician
Post Acute Medical
04.2022 - 09.2023
Provided compassionate support to patients undergoing painful or uncomfortable procedures, easing their anxiety during the process.
Mentored junior technicians in proper wound care techniques and protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
Proactively identified potential complications by closely monitoring patients'' conditions throughout their course of treatment.
Improved patient comfort by skillfully applying dressings and compression wraps to various types of wounds.
Streamlined inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies were always available for timely wound care treatments.
Implemented best practices in infection control, minimizing the spread of harmful bacteria within the clinical setting.
Demonstrated dressing techniques to educate and orient in-services nurses.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and goals.
Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
Adhered to strict safety guidelines when disposing of biohazardous materials, protecting both staff members and patients from potential health risks.
Conducted thorough assessments of new wounds, accurately identifying underlying causes and appropriate treatment options.
Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
Documented patient progress accurately and consistently, allowing for more effective treatment adjustments when necessary.
Volunteer
Community Action Committee
02.2017 - 04.2021
Volunteer work
Helped answer phones, make paper copies and fax when needed
Organized filing cabinets and put applications together
Maintained clean workspace
Interacted with partners.
Night Shift Lead
Childhood Unplugged
01.2019 - 03.2021
Performed shift change tasks each day to keep day care rooms efficient and neat
Wiped counters and sanitized equipment, toys to maintain clean and disinfected areas
Maintained clean, sanitized and well-organized bathrooms, classrooms, washed and refilled & dated all water containers
Changed diapers as needed, and circle time early math, shapes, colors.
Certified Nursing Aide
The Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
04.2019 - 11.2019
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
Protected patients, families and staff from infection by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and equipment
Helped patients remain mobile by moving between beds, wheelchairs and other assistive devices for optimal transportation across facility
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Collected information about special dietary requirements, assessed meals, documented intake and assisted with feeding to promote proper patient nutrition
Documented patient behaviors and vitals to indicate any changes in patient status
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Front End Supervisor
Ross Dress for Less
08.2018 - 12.2018
Promoted importance of security and customer tracking to minimize store losses
Trained team members in successful strategies for meeting operational and sales targets
Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service and remedied issues promptly and effectively
Put out new merchandise such as jewelry, sunglasses, etc
In display window
Always greeted customers into the store with a welcoming smile.
Certified Nursing Aide
Comfort Keepers of Victoria In Home Care
05.2018 - 12.2018
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
Provided residents with the comfort and care they need in the comfort of their own home
Helped with light housekeeping around the house such as dishes, laundry, sweeping, mopping, and dusting
Took pets out and cooked
Helped with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, transferring patients to bed, dining room, etc
Documented patients' eating, behavior, medication
Helped patients remain mobile by moving between beds, wheelchairs and other assistive devices for optimal transportation across facility.
Saleswoman
Dillard's
06.2018 - 01.2018
Greeted customers as they walked into the department
Cleaned dressing rooms and checked out customers when ready to buy merchandise
Maintained a neat and clean shopping environment for customers
Pre-ordered prom dresses, etc
Helped customers find gifts for holidays when needed.
Education
Certified Nurse Aide program -
High School Diploma -
Liberty Academy
Victoria, TX
01.2018
Skills
Positive
Experience
Hands-on
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks accurately despite interruptions and competing demands
Organization
Customer service
Problem resolution
First Aid/CPR
Charting and clinical documentation
Documenting behaviors
Patient privacy and confidentiality
Performing patient intakes
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Direct patient care
Transporting patients
General housekeeping ability
Monitoring fluids
Electronic charting
Infection control procedures
Recording vital signs
Grooming and bathing assistance
Measuring bodily fluids
Wound assessment
Pressure Ulcer Management
Wound Dressing Techniques
Moisture Management
Wound Photography
Wound Cleansing
Surgical Wound Care
Wound Care Documentation
Wound Measurement
Wound Care Conferences
Acute Wound Care
Skin Integrity Monitoring
Wound Care Ethics
Wound Care Product Knowledge
Wound Healing Stages
Wound Packing
Wound Irrigation
Wound Care Technology
Bedside manner
Strong Work Ethic
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration
Patient Education
Self-Driven and Motivated
Recordkeeping and documentation
Patient Monitoring
Infection control standards
Sterilization techniques
Patient Assessments
Feeding Assistance
Medical Terminology
Documentation
Emergency Care
Sample Collection
Professional Bedside Manner
Inpatient Care
Mobility Assistance
Treatment Planning
Hospice and palliative care
Post-Surgical Care
Certified in CPR/AED
Medical History Documentation
Medical History Review
Procedure Preparation
Procedure Assistance
Discharge Planning
Individualized treatment plans
Clinical Training
Electronic Medical Record Software
Supply Management
Timeline
Wound Care Technician
Post Acute Medical
04.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Aide
The Courtyard Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Registered Nurse at Post Acute Medical Rehabilitation Hospital of Tulsa (PAM)Registered Nurse at Post Acute Medical Rehabilitation Hospital of Tulsa (PAM)