Dedra Rue Parker
Certified Nurse Assistant
Houston,TX
Summary
15+ years of experience in the medical field. Reliable, dependable and well-organized health care professional.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Healthcare
At Your Side Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
CNA
Sydney Roggen
09.2022 - 05.2026
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments, contributing to effective care plans and interventions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes, enhancing patient health outcomes through timely communication.
- Trained new CNA staff on procedures and protocols, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Private Care
Martin Luther Care
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
Private Care
Bright Star of Friendswood
06.2015 - 04.2017
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
AB Staffing
Home Hospice Care Work
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
Supplemental Health Care
St. Dominic
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
Hospital
Personal Home Care Donna Health Spring
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Provide direct assistance to clients in both medical and non-medical capacities.
- Assist clients with personal care, hygiene, and grooming.
- Bathing, dressing, and feeding clients.
- Check vital signs and record patient data.
- Administer medication and other medical treatments.
- Accompany clients to medical appointments.
- Transport patients and medical equipment to laboratory and x-ray rooms.
- Assist with physical therapy for nursing staff.
Education
Phlebotomy -
Allied School of Health
Houston, TX10-2012
Stroke Awareness -
Service Hospitals
Houston, TX06-2010
CNA - 20+years
Texas Health School
Houston, TX12-2006
High School Diploma -
United Christian School
Houston, TX05-2005
Skills
Problem Solving
Patient Care
Systems Documentation
CPR
PROFICIENCIES
- Systems Collection
- U.V. System
- Phlebotomy
- Hospice
Timeline
CNA
Sydney Roggen
09.2022 - 05.2026
Interim Healthcare
At Your Side Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
Private Care
Martin Luther Care
11.2016 - 05.2018
Private Care
Bright Star of Friendswood
06.2015 - 04.2017
AB Staffing
Home Hospice Care Work
01.2012 - 01.2015
Supplemental Health Care
St. Dominic
01.2010 - 01.2012
Hospital
Personal Home Care Donna Health Spring
01.2007 - 01.2009
Phlebotomy -
Allied School of Health
Stroke Awareness -
Service Hospitals
CNA - 20+years
Texas Health School
High School Diploma -
United Christian School