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Dawanda Ingram

Broussard

Summary

Experienced and compassionate nursing professional looking to obtain a CNA position to provide quality care for patients and their families, bringing over 20+ years of experience in broad nursing assistance, including orienting new staff, participating in quality improvement programs, and supporting changes in nursing homes, assisted living, and hospital policies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Avanti Senior Living
03.2025 - Current
  • Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

ProMed Medical Staffing, LLC
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with fellow CNAs to develop efficient care routines that maximized productivity while maintaining a high standard of care in each facility visited during travels.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Camelot of Broussard
04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Educated patients and their families on the nature of their physiological disorders.
  • Ensured the observation of Privacy/HIPAA regulations by non-medical personnel.
  • Inspired empathetic care and compassion among staff and patients.
  • Consulted patients while dressing weak arms and legs.
  • Fielded and recorded patient information with accuracy.

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Collaborated with fellow CNAs to develop efficient care routines that maximized productivity while maintaining a high standard of care in each facility visited during travels.

Direct Support Worker

Private Care Sitting
09.2018 - 08.2020
  • Work with clients with mental or developmental disabilities by: creating behavior plans, teaching self-care skills, cooking meals, doing laundry.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency, personal growth, and daily personal tasks such as bathing and dressing.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between team members, ensuring timely updates on client progress or concerns.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Infinity College
Lafayette, LA
04.2022

Certified Phlebotomist/EKG Technician - undefined

Unitech Academy
Houma, LA
05.2019

Skills

  • CPR & BLS
  • Empathetic & Compassionate
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Flexibility
  • Patient Care
  • Strong Attention to Detail
  • Team Player
  • Time Management

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Avanti Senior Living
03.2025 - Current

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

ProMed Medical Staffing, LLC
11.2024 - 02.2025

Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant

Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 11.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Camelot of Broussard
04.2021 - 11.2024

Direct Support Worker

Private Care Sitting
09.2018 - 08.2020

Certified Phlebotomist/EKG Technician - undefined

Unitech Academy

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Infinity College

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