Danielle Eldridge
Colchester,CT
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant offering 20 years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs. Knowledgeable with vital signs and patient records.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Harbor Village
New London, CT
10.2022 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Server
Friendlys Ice Cream
Norwich, CT
04.2017 - Current
- Greeted guests and provided menus.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Checked food before serving it to customers.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Accurately recorded orders on cash register and point-of-sale system.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies..
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
CNA
Pendleton Rehab
Mystic, CT
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
South University
Savannah, GA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Norwich Adult Education
Norwich, CT06.2011
Certificate - CNA
ETWNL
New London, CT12.2003
Skills
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Monitoring Fluids
- Collecting Specimens
- Condition Monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Lifting
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient-Focused Care
- Infection Control Procedures
- Care Plan Implementation
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Activity Planning
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Patient Management
- Medical Records Management
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Outpatient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Helping With Medication
- Quick Problem Solver
- Responding to Emergencies
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Reliable Transportation
- Compassionate
Certification
- CNA certificate since Dec. 2003
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
Harbor Village
10.2022 - Current
Server
Friendlys Ice Cream
04.2017 - Current
CNA
Pendleton Rehab
06.2014 - 05.2019
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
South University
High School Diploma -
Norwich Adult Education
Certificate - CNA
ETWNL