Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Education and Training
Timeline
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Danielle Mitchell

Waynesville

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant offering 10+ 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. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Healthcare professional with solid track record in administrative roles, prepared for dynamic healthcare environments. Known for effectively managing patient records and supporting medical staff to improve operational efficiency. Valued for reliability and adaptability, fostering cooperative team atmosphere and delivering consistent results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Unit Secretary/CNA Outpatient Surgery

Haywood Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
  • Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
  • Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
  • Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours to meet fluctuating demands of the unit, ensuring coverage during both peak times and staff shortages.
  • Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
  • Optimized patient flow through unit by effectively managing bed assignments and transfers.
  • Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
  • Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gale Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Laurels of Greentree Ridge
04.2016 - Current
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mission Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2015
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
  • Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Accordius at Hendersonville
08.2011 - 02.2013
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 120-bed Skilled care facility.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.

Education

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford Ii High School
Sterling Heights, MI
06.2007

Nursing Assistant Program -

Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC
05.2011

Skills

  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Infection control procedures
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Collecting specimens
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Respiratory equipment training
  • Quick problem solver
  • Patient relations
  • Charting expertise
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Reliable transportation
  • Patient chart maintenance
  • Clinical support
  • Professional telephone etiquette
  • Outpatient care
  • Call light responses
  • Supply ordering
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Clerical support

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Education and Training

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Timeline

Unit Secretary/CNA Outpatient Surgery

Haywood Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Gale Healthcare
06.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Laurels of Greentree Ridge
04.2016 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mission Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Accordius at Hendersonville
08.2011 - 02.2013

Nursing Assistant Program -

Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford Ii High School
Danielle Mitchell