Dawn Edmonds
Paragould,AR
Summary
I am a passionate CNA/PCA with 20 years of experience looking for a rewarding position in a trauma, internal medicine or med surg unit. Successful in advocating for the needs of patients and obtaining quick diagnoses. With care and attention to detail, dependable in meeting patient healthcare and personal needs. Colostomy care familiarity Urinalysis Measuring bodily fluids Direct patient care Long-Term Care Conflict resolution Specimen handling Patient-focused care High-risk trauma situations Adaptable Recording vital signs HIPAA compliance Companionship and emotional support Infection control
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Patient Care Technician
The University of Kansas Health System
09.2020 - Current
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Received certification from CPI for non-violent crisis intervention.
- Trained to care for patients with traumatic brain injury and provide constant observation for patients who are SI/HI
CNA
Aberdeen Village
07.2016 - 09.2020
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA
Sunrise Senior Living
04.2011 - 05.2016
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Education
CNA Certification -
11.2003
Education Diploma -
01.1993
Skills
- Inpatient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Compassionate
- Responding to Emergencies
- Understands Medical Procedures
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Quick Problem Solver
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
Accomplishments
Promoted from PCA to PSA, in less than 12-months
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital
11.2023 - 10.2024
Patient Care Technician - The University of Kansas Health System
09.2020 - Current
CNA - Aberdeen Village
07.2016 - 09.2020
CNA - Sunrise Senior Living
04.2011 - 05.2016
Private Industry Council Inc - Education Diploma,
North Iowa Area Community College - CNA Certification,
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