Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Dawn Hall

Dawn Hall

Troutman,NC

Summary

Responsible CNA with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 16 years of experience in healthcare. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Huntersville Oaks
Huntersville, NC
02.2021 - Current
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Old Knox Commons
Huntersville, NC
08.2020 - 12.2022
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shift seekers staffing LLC
23700 Commerce Park, Beachwood, OH
12.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing patients.
  • Conducted routine assessments of vital signs and documented intake and output accurately.
  • Monitored changes in patient conditions and reported findings to nursing staff promptly.
  • Answer call lights to respond efficiently to patient needs and concerns.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients regularly to prevent bedsores.
  • Provided comfort measures, including back rubs and optimal positioning with pillows.
  • Assisted patients with ambulation using safe equipment practices.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient care, progress, and concerns for medical review.
  • Document Activities of assisted living in matrix system

Certified Nursing Assistant

Novant Health, Huntersville medical center
Huntersville, NC
03.2024 - Current
  • Responded quickly to emergencies involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EPIC system.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

CNA

Virtua Health
Berlin, NJ
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Cultivated relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Documented activities and information in the EMR system for accuracy and compliance.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks to promote wellness and healthy habits.
  • I responded promptly to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to ensure effective treatment.
  • Examined lacerations and contusions, addressing symptoms requiring further attention.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic techniques to prevent infection.
  • Collaborated with nurses to develop and evaluate individualized patient care plans.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kessler Rehabilitation
Marlton, NJ
06.2016 - 08.2020

Facilitated patient care by assisting with daily living activities and restorative needs.
Obtained vital signs, maintaining accurate records of intake and output.
Ensured patient comfort by transporting them to therapy sessions and appointments.
Managed bedside drainage bags, ensuring timely emptying and cleanliness.
Executed regular rounds to uphold safety standards and customer service excellence.
Communicated patient updates and concerns to the primary nurse effectively.
Delivered comprehensive shift reports to ensure seamless transitions in care.
Attended mandatory educational sessions for continuous professional growth.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Mary's Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare
Cherry Hill , NJ
11.2008 - 08.2017

Assist resident/patient with ADLS , answer call lights promptly , deliver meal trays, deliver HS snacks , provide clean linen , make beds daily , attend in - service education programs as scheduled , transfer patients from one surface to another including manual and mechanical lifts , perform other duties as requested.

Kennedy Health System

Food Service Worker
Cherry Hill, NJ
07.2007 - 11.2008

Assemble meal trays on trayline , deliver/collect patient trays , cafeteria line server, stock and sanitize work station/ load dish machine , prepare snacks for therapeutic diets .

Registrar

Virtua Family Health Center
Camden, NJ
05.2006 - 07.2007

Enter patient demographics , verify benefits, obtain required authorization , obtain co-pays , deductibles , co - insurance and deposit amounts , perform accurate registration , schedule appointments

Medical Records

Virtua Home Care
Mt. Laurel, NJ
10.2002 - 05.2006
  • Determined and implemented techniques to improve medical records retrieval process.
  • Consistently served as liaison between collecting agencies and medical facilities, developing professional relationships through quick problem resolution and response to questions.
  • Pulled patient charts for upcoming appointments.
  • Followed-up with insurance companies and individuals to resolve discrepancies.
  • Scanned incoming documentation.
  • Typed medical orders for procedures and laboratory tests.
  • Conceptualized and implemented new and more efficient filing system.
  • Purged outdated files.
  • Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements.
  • Observed confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Updated daily logs to track information movements.
  • Kept department clean, organized and professional.
  • Entered patient insurance, demographic and health information into software and confirmed records.
  • Set up patient charts and documented information in various company software.

Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.

  • Streamlined day-to-day office processes to meet long-term goals.

Dietary Assistant/Food Service Worker

Virtua Health System
Marlton, NJ
07.1999 - 10.2002

Providing nutritional care to patients under supervision of a dietician /dietetic technician , Processing dietary orders and menus , distributing and collecting menus and trays , prepare and serve nourishment's , prepare tally and recheck diet menus, prepare meal trays assembled on trayline , deliver late trays/ new admission trays to patient rooms , prepare snacks for therapeutic diets , answer phone calls / prepare requested meal trays from nurses station , update cardex

Education

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health And Science

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health

Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ
2001

Skills

  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Collecting specimens
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Grooming and bathing assistance
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Electronic charting
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Infection control procedures
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Valid NC driver's license
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Detail-oriented
  • Patient safety
  • Customer service
  • Time management

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Novant Health, Huntersville medical center
03.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shift seekers staffing LLC
12.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Huntersville Oaks
02.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Old Knox Commons
08.2020 - 12.2022

CNA

Virtua Health
08.2019 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kessler Rehabilitation
06.2016 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Mary's Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare
11.2008 - 08.2017

Kennedy Health System

Food Service Worker
07.2007 - 11.2008

Registrar

Virtua Family Health Center
05.2006 - 07.2007

Medical Records

Virtua Home Care
10.2002 - 05.2006

Dietary Assistant/Food Service Worker

Virtua Health System
07.1999 - 10.2002

Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health

Camden County College

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health And Science

Grand Canyon University
Dawn Hall
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