Damian Ford
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Professional C.N.A. with over 25 years experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elizabeth Adam Crump Manor
04.2008 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported medical teams in delivering compassionate patient care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and work areas.
- Documented patient information accurately for effective communication among staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance overall patient care experience.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a 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.
- 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.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
02.2006 - 06.2009
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
302 Azalea Ave, Richmond Va. 23227Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Dressing assistance
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Colostomy care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant License Number 1401072457
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elizabeth Adam Crump Manor
04.2008 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care
02.2006 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
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