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DEBORAH ELLIS

13800 Burnished Wood CT ,Upper Marlboro

Summary

Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Sacred Heart Nursing Home, skilled in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective hygiene assistance. Committed to infection control and safety protocols, fostering a nurturing environment while training new staff to elevate care standards.

Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and medical support. Adept at handling patient needs, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring clean and safe environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes


Professional healthcare provider with strong skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and focused on achieving results through compassionate patient interactions and effective communication. Prepared to contribute positively to healthcare teams and patient outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Sacred Heart Nursing Home
06.2013 - 12.2015
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
  • Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Nursing Assistant

Complete Care at Hyattsville
05.2013 - 07.2014
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
  • Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
  • Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
  • Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
  • Coordinated with dietary staff to ensure patient nutritional needs were met, promoting overall health.
  • Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Medication Technician

Favor Loving Care LLC
Gaithersburg, MD
02-2024

Certified Nursing Assistance /Geriatric Nurse Aid

Bethel Healthcare Institute
Hyattsville, MD
04-2013

Sience

Mfantsiman Girl's High School
Ghana
11-1998

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Patient feeding
  • Basic life support
  • Direct patient care
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Infection control
  • Mobility assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Healthcare ethics

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Achieved great patient care through effectively helping with daily activities
  • Collaborated with team of 5 CNA'S in the development of great resident care

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Reading
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Music

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Sacred Heart Nursing Home
06.2013 - 12.2015

Nursing Assistant

Complete Care at Hyattsville
05.2013 - 07.2014

Medication Technician

Favor Loving Care LLC

Certified Nursing Assistance /Geriatric Nurse Aid

Bethel Healthcare Institute

Sience

Mfantsiman Girl's High School

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