Denine Urwin
Geneva,NY
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Rochester Regional Health
02.2021 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
PCA
Center For Disability Rights
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Education
Nurse Aide Certification Program
Rochester Regional Health
Clifton Springs, NY 05.2022
Waterloo High School
Waterloo, NY07.1982
Skills
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Feeding Tube Management
- Family Communication
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Patient Safety Management
- Infection Control Procedures
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Trustworthy Companion
- Inpatient Care
- Light Housekeeping
- Bed Transfers
- Observation Documentation
- ADLs Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Nutrition and Diet
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Transporting Patients
- Wound Care
- Monitor Vitals
- Intake Recording
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Documenting Behaviors
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Quality Patient Care
- Restock Shelves
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Bathing and Dressing
- Symptom Documentation
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Nursing Assistance
- Oral Hygiene
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Quick Problem Solver
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Performing Patient Intakes
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA
Rochester Regional Health
02.2021 - 06.2023
PCA
Center For Disability Rights
01.2018 - 02.2021
Nurse Aide Certification Program
Rochester Regional Health
Waterloo High School