Dana Rowland
boaz
Summary
Compassionate CNA experienced in providing essential patient care, including bathing, dressing, and toileting assistance. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and communicate effectively with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
elk horn and rehab
Clancy
09.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
CNA
caseys pond
Steamboat Springs
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
CNA
big Horn rehabilitation and care center
Sheridan
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Supported patients during meals, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
CNA
cullman health care and rehab
Cullman
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Appalichain High
Oneonta, AL05-2004
Skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient mobility assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Personal hygiene support
- Specimen collection
- Patients' care coordination
- End-of-life care
- Patient care
- Bathing assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- Urinary catheter care
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Monitoring fluids
- Collecting vital signs
Timeline
CNA
elk horn and rehab
09.2023 - 12.2025
CNA
caseys pond
01.2022 - 12.2022
CNA
big Horn rehabilitation and care center
02.2021 - 02.2022
CNA
cullman health care and rehab
10.2018 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Appalichain High