Deedra Dowdle
Sodus,NY
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
VA Medical center
Canandaigua, NY
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rochester Regional Health System
Clifton Springs, NY
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Clifton springs nursing home
- Worked full time on lock down dementia unit as certified nursing assistant.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Education
High School Diploma -
Sodus Central High School
Sodus, NY06.1987
Nurse Assistant Training Program Certification Number NY000395943E, through Finger Lakes Community College -
Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY2017
Skills
- Nutrition and Diet
- Linen Replacements
- Vital Signs Collection
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Emotional and Social Support
- Observation Documentation
- Needs Determination
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Caregiver Relations
- Fluid Measurement
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Bedsore Prevention
- Calm Under Stress
- HIPAA Compliance
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Patient Positioning
- Catheter Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Basic Life Support
- Care Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- CPR Certification
- Oral Hygiene
- Consistent Follow Through
- Medical Terminology
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Patient Safety Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Care Quality
- CNA Certification
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Quality Assurance
- Willingness to Learn
- Time Management
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
VA Medical center
06.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rochester Regional Health System
06.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Sodus Central High School
Nurse Assistant Training Program Certification Number NY000395943E, through Finger Lakes Community College -
Lakes Community College
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