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Danell Mason

Antioch,CA

Summary

Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Post Acute
Hayward, CA
03.2022 - Current
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.

COVID-19 Tester

Medix
Hayward, CA
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assessed and monitored patient symptoms related to potential COVID-19 infection.
  • Collected swab samples from patients for laboratory analysis of COVID-19 status.
  • Performed COVID-19 testing on individuals who met the criteria for testing according to CDC guidelines.
  • Set up screening stations to take temperatures and check individuals for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Maintained cleanliness of testing booth and testing materials to comply with CDC guidelines.

Caregiver

In Home Supportive Services
Hayward, CA
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Post Acute
Hayward, CA
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shields Nursing Center
Richmond, CA
07.2018 - 04.2019
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Personal Medical Advantage
Pittsburg, CA
04.2015 - 11.2017
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pittsburg Senior High School
Pittsburg
06-1997

Skills

  • Monitoring fluids
  • Care plan implementation
  • Patient-focused care
  • Observing responses
  • Vital sign recording
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Microsoft office
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Multitasking
  • Verbal communication
  • Computer skills

Certification

  • CNA
  • First Aide
  • CPR

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Post Acute
03.2022 - Current

COVID-19 Tester

Medix
12.2021 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Windsor Post Acute
06.2021 - 12.2021

Caregiver

In Home Supportive Services
09.2020 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shields Nursing Center
07.2018 - 04.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Personal Medical Advantage
04.2015 - 11.2017

High School Diploma -

Pittsburg Senior High School
Danell Mason