DAWN LEWIS
Babysitting/ Baby Nurse/ CNA/ H H A
Springfield,NJ
Summary
Highly dedicated and resourceful Certified Nursing Assistant with an exemplary record of caring and thorough resident service. Adept at handling difficult or traumatic situations with complete courtesy and professionalism. I can work well independently and as a resident health care team member.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Baby Nurse /Babysitter
Colleen Atkins
Piscataway, NJ
05.2020 - Current
- Provided daily care for infants including changing diapers, bathing, dressing, swaddling and feeding.
- Encouraged healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals according to doctor's instructions.
- Administered first aid treatments when required due to minor injuries or illnesses.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to caring for the baby such as laundry and cleaning up after feedings.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for the baby by sterilizing bottles and other materials; washing bedding; tidying up the nursery.
- Taught parents how to recognize signs of illness such as fever or rash; consulted with pediatricians regarding any health concerns about the baby's well-being.
- Executed umbilical cord and circumcision care to create safe and healthy postpartum environment.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly and calmly following established protocols; notified doctors or paramedics if necessary.
- Assisted mothers in breastfeeding and bottle-feeding; monitored infant's weight, length, and head circumference; provided emotional support to new parents.
- Organized playtime activities such as reading stories, singing songs or playing with toys to help promote language skills in babies.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Facilitated nursing care advice to educate family, implementing best practices.
- Helped transition babies from hospital setting into home environment by providing guidance on sleeping arrangements and routines.
- Observed babies closely for any changes in behavior that may indicate discomfort or distress.
- Educated parents on proper child development stages such as crawling, walking and talking; instructed parents on how to handle their newborns safely.
- Employed appropriate burping approaches, modeling varying techniques.
- Provided overnight care for newborns allowing parents to rest without worry about their child's safety.
- Reported baby assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Inspected cribs regularly for possible hazards like loose screws or broken parts before use by the baby.
- Assisted with postpartum recovery of mothers by helping them adjust physically and emotionally after childbirth.
- Monitored babies' vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate; administered medications when needed.
- Monitored bonding between mother and infant, initiating lactation support.
- Accompanied families during doctor visits providing assistance with medical paperwork or translating information into understandable terms.
- Developed individualized plans for each baby based on age-appropriate activities that stimulate physical, mental and social development.
- Cared for twins or triplets simultaneously while still attending to each one individually.
- Bathed and fed newborns and checked vital signs [Number] times during each nursing shift.
- Used effective communication skills to speak with parents regarding daily baby care.
- Delivered high level of care to average of [Number] neonatal patients daily.
- Managed care for premature babies by administering medication and fluids and recording details on patient charts.
- Provided parents with compassionate ear during moments of high anxiety and offered insight into care being administered.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Norther Manhattan Rehabilitation Center
10.2014 - Current
- Assist nursing staff in preparing medical examination rooms for up to 15 patients daily
- Provide care to patients, helping them cope with pain and anxiety
- Clean and dress wounds, watching for signs of infection and ensuring proper healing
- Regularly measure patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure
- Stay attentive to patient needs by quickly answering call lights and responding to requests
- Made patient rounds every hour for up to 15 patients, focusing on health, safety, and comfort
- Assisted nurses with diagnostic procedures ex, collecting stool/urine specimens and patient charting
- Carried out day-to-day duties, such as emptying bedpans, cleaning soiled sheets, and bathing and feeding patients
- Observed patients for physical and behavioral changes, like lack of appetite, unusual bruising, etc., and report changes to nursing staff
- Transport patients around the facility, lifting them onto beds and helping them into wheelchairs
- Preforms postmortem Care.
Baby Nurse
Ms Morrison
The Bronx, NY
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided daily care for infants including changing diapers, bathing, dressing, swaddling and feeding.
- Monitored babies' vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate; administered medications when needed.
- Observed babies closely for any changes in behavior that may indicate discomfort or distress.
Home Health Aide
Project OHR, INC
01.2010 - 10.2014
- Carefully assisted with medications ordinarily self-administered
- Patiently communicated with patients; performed additional supportive duties as requested by medical staff in charge
- Accepted and always offered understanding of patients’ emotional needs, ensuring comfort and safety
- Provided good skin care for patient and observed patient's skin then reported results to visiting Nurse when necessary
- Diligently maintained a safe patient environment, protected patient from falls to avoid critical injuries
- Prepared patients’ room, made beds, keep the patients belongings neat and organized
- Transported patients via wheelchairs to and from rehabilitation and daily activities
- Provided nutritional support
- Performed errands
- Helped with ambulation and exercise
- Shared joint responsibility (along with families) for the care of elderly patients
- Learned the basics of assessing patient vital signs under the instruction of home healthcare nurse
- Assisted home nurse and hospice staff with all aspects of daily care, including bathing, feeding, and dressing patients
- Helped to ensure patient was as comfortable, dignified and enriching as possible.
Home Health Aide
Partners in Care, NY, NY
Manhattan, NY
07.2009 - 12.2010
- Accompanied ambulatory patients outside home serving as guide, companion, and aide
- Preformed miscellaneous duties as requested, such as obtaining household supplies and running errands
- Maintained records of services performed and of apparent condition of client
- Aided with all activities of daily living
- Interact with family members and other health care professionals to ensure stability of care
- Help clients prepare nutritious meals and snacks
- Gave support to maintain clean household
- Complete light chores
- Encourage independence by giving assistance only as needed
- Took patients to medical appointments and shopping trips.
Housekeeping Camp Service Supervisor
Bosai Minerals Groups, Inc (Guyana)
01.2007 - 04.2009
- Conducted inventory and ordered supplies accordingly
- Responded to guest requests, concerns, and opportunities to ensure guest satisfaction
- Oversaw the transition of new staffs
- Increased Quality Assurance scores to 93% for Housekeeping
- Coordinated all staff scheduling and inventory department orders
- Assigned housekeepers to their designated work areas for the day
- Distributed, logged, and collected master keys for each housekeeper
- Corrected and informed housekeepers of any mistakes encountered during inspection
- Cleans rooms, hallways, lobby, restrooms, elevators, dining areas and other function rooms
- Replenish room supplies for the refrigerator, bathroom, and work desk
- Conducts carpet cleaning activities in all required areas
- Responsible for proper disposal of garbage as outlined by management
- Provide linens, blankets, towels, and pillows upon request by guests
- Oversee inventory of cleaning supplies and solvents
- Oversee laundry of linen, towels, and beddings
- Inspected the work of the housekeeping staff to make sure that they were thoroughly cleaned
- Provided excellent customer service to clients through house cleaning & food preparation
- Solved complex questions and concerns of clients to provide an outstanding experience
- Communicated to staff about issues and concerns from the clients to continue to provide an excellent experience
- Trained new staff on how to thoroughly clean and use cleaning products
- Cleaned and set up rooms for special events.
Education
GED -
Benjamin Franklin School
Coconut Grove FL01.2019
New State Certify Nursing Aide -
01.2012
High School Diploma -
01.2012
References
References will be furnished upon request
Timeline
Baby Nurse
Ms Morrison
12.2023 - 02.2024
Baby Nurse /Babysitter
Colleen Atkins
05.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Norther Manhattan Rehabilitation Center
10.2014 - Current
Home Health Aide
Project OHR, INC
01.2010 - 10.2014
Home Health Aide
Partners in Care, NY, NY
07.2009 - 12.2010
Housekeeping Camp Service Supervisor
Bosai Minerals Groups, Inc (Guyana)
01.2007 - 04.2009
GED -
Benjamin Franklin School