DeeAnna Chandler
Ashland City
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in providing exceptional care to diverse patient populations in various settings. Delivered effective support through skilled communication, infection control, and attention to detail, enhancing patient comfort and team efficiency. Focused on maximizing patient satisfaction, safety, and wellness while addressing needs with empathy and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC
03.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable changes in resident condition to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Repositioned residents and supported safe transfers using proper body mechanics and mobility equipment.
- Documented care activities accurately in resident charts and shift records.
- Responded promptly to call lights and provided courteous bedside support.
- Communicated resident concerns clearly to nursing team to promote timely care coordination.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
10.2020 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Supported meal service by assisting residents with feeding and hydration needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Delivered direct patient care across travel assignments, adapting quickly to diverse facility protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation of care activities, observations, and patient responses.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility support.
- Transferred patients using proper body mechanics and fall-prevention techniques.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and vital signs, supporting seamless communication among healthcare providers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Green Hills Nursing Home
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Patient Care Technician
St. Thomas Midtown
04.2024 - 06.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported patient condition changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility support.
- Collected specimens and prepared samples for laboratory processing accurately.
- Performed EKGs and documented results in electronic medical records.
- Supported patient transfers, ambulation, and repositioning using proper safety techniques.
- Responded to call lights and delivered timely bedside support for patient comfort.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Medvance/fortis
Nashville, TN05-2010
High School Diploma -
Cheatham County Central High School
Ashland City, TN05-2003
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient support
- Electronic charting
- Medical terminology
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- End-of-life care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient-centered care
- Empathetic support caregiver
- Compassionate
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- License number -00196595
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC
03.2026 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Green Hills Nursing Home
01.2026 - 03.2026
Patient Care Technician
St. Thomas Midtown
04.2024 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
10.2020 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Medvance/fortis
High School Diploma -
Cheatham County Central High School