Damiyyah Kirksey
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Damiyyah Kirksey is a State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Mental Health Rehab Center
01.2021 - Current
- Evaluated, ordered and interpreted psychological evaluations and basic lab tests to assess and identify patients' conditions.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Created and implemented group therapies and programs to help patients improve or regain coping abilities.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Participated in development of Patient Care Plans for patients experiencing COVID-19.
- Checked and recorded vital signs of patients and reported changes in patients' behavior or conditions.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Baptist Village Nursing Home
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- 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.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Certified Nurse Assistant
Memorial Satilla Hospital
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of 100+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL05.2025
Cerification - Nursing Assistance
Basic Life Support
American Heart Association03.2022
High School Diploma -
Baker County High School,
St Mary, Fl05.2017
Skills
- Patient-Focused Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Observing Responses
- Mobility Assistance
- Care Plan Implementation
- Documenting Behaviors
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Management
- Responding to Emergencies
- Medical Records Management
- Outpatient Care
- Patient Relationship Building
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CPR Certified
- AED Cerified
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Mental Health Rehab Center
01.2021 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Baptist Village Nursing Home
09.2020 - 01.2021
Certified Nurse Assistant
Memorial Satilla Hospital
09.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Cerification - Nursing Assistance
Basic Life Support
High School Diploma -
Baker County High School,