DEBRA SWAIM
9228 SUNSET LANE
Cedarville,AR
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong patient care skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Mercy Hospital
Fort Smith, AR
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering Doctors treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Peach Tree Hospice Care
Fort Smith, AR
02.2012 - 11.2015
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to Doctor to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Administered medications or treatments such as catheterizations, suppositories, enemas and douches, as directed by nurse or physician.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
CNA
PRN Medical Service
Fort Smith, AR
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Doctor's informed of changes.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
CNA OR
Sparks Hospital
Fort Smith, AR
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Doctors informed of changes.
CNA
B.A.T Home Health Care
Fort Smith, AR
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Western Hills High School
Frankfort, KY 08.1980 - 05.1984
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills
Transporting patients
Patient-focused care
Conducting intakes
Documenting behaviors
Feeding assistance expert
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Measuring bodily fluids
Wound care specialist
Recording vital signs
Indirect Patient Care
Inpatient care
Outpatient care
Timeline
CNA
PRN Medical Service
08.2018 - Current
CNA OR
Sparks Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2018
CNA
B.A.T Home Health Care
01.2016 - 12.2016
CNA
Mercy Hospital
11.2013 - 11.2015
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Peach Tree Hospice Care
02.2012 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Western Hills High School
08.1980 - 05.1984