Denicia Kelley
Mobile,AL
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
USA Providence
Mobile, Alabama
04.2026 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to nursing staff to support timely medical interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records.
Patient Care Assistant
Cornerstone
Mobile, Alabama
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
Mobile, Alabama
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Documented daily activities, incidents, and observations in detailed reports.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gulf Coast Health And Rehabilitation Center
Mobile, Alabama
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure quality care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General
Mobile, Alabama
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Maintained inventory levels and organized stock for optimal product placement.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grace Point Home Care
Mobile, Alabama
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene to promote comfort and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand and address their needs and concerns, fostering trust and satisfaction.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Performed housekeeping tasks, including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms, to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infirmary Health
Mobile, Alabama
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
CNA (Private Duty)
Quanel Kyles
Mobile, Alabama
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation, enhancing quality of life for clients.
- Provided compassionate care and effective communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying, supporting clients and families during difficult times.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to the family.
- Executed housekeeping duties, including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms, ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Springhill Memorial Hospital
Mobile, Alabama
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Mobile Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Mobile, Alabama
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure quality care.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address needs and concerns.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Certified Medical Assistant (Externship)
Internal Medicine Center
Mobile, Alabama
05.2013 - 07.2013
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allen Memorial Home
Mobile, Alabama
10.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including serving meals, feeding, ambulating, and repositioning for comfort and care.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained patient rooms and shared areas to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
- Coordinated resident engagement in activities by organizing materials and scheduling events to enhance social interaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
USA Medical Center
Mobile, Alabama
02.2010 - 02.2011
- Facilitated daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating, and positioning patients to enhance their comfort and wellbeing.
- Addressed patient needs by promptly responding to call lights, ensuring timely assistance and support. promptly and responded to patient requests.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Administered comfort measures during treatment procedures to alleviate patient anxiety and promote recovery.
Education
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant
Fortis College
Mobile, AL06-2013
Diploma - Cosmetology
Blue Cliff College
Mobile, AL12-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, ALSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute
Mobile, ALSkills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient documentation
- Patient assistance
- Personal hygiene support
- Mobility assistance
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control practices
- Urinary catheter care
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
- Dementia care
- Outpatient care
- Care plan implementation
- Health and safety compliance
- CPR certification
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Transporting patients
- Restraint application
- Medical terminology
- Patient-focused care
- Quick problem solver
- Calm under pressure
- Relationship building
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
USA Providence
04.2026 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Cornerstone
10.2025 - 01.2026
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security
10.2023 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gulf Coast Health And Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General
07.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grace Point Home Care
09.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infirmary Health
11.2019 - 08.2021
CNA (Private Duty)
Quanel Kyles
08.2016 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Springhill Memorial Hospital
10.2015 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Mobile Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
04.2014 - 06.2015
Certified Medical Assistant (Externship)
Internal Medicine Center
05.2013 - 07.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allen Memorial Home
10.2011 - 06.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
USA Medical Center
02.2010 - 02.2011
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant
Fortis College
Diploma - Cosmetology
Blue Cliff College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bishop State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
ITT Technical Institute