Denise Simington
Cleveland,OH
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. 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. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Light House Cleaning
Wash Hair and Bed/Bather
Wash Clothes/Dishes
Companion Caregiver
Companion Grocery Shopping
Driver
Retired
Certified Nursing Assistant
Michelle Carter-Spencer Private Duty Home Care Svs
11.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- 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.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
University Hospital - University Health System
03.2005 - 11.2023
- Improved patient comfort by providing high-quality personal care and assistance with daily activities.
- Enhanced patient safety by monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes to supervising nurse or physician.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations in all documentation and communication.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues, supporting them during transfers and ambulation for increased independence.
Dispatcher Office Assistant
Cuyahoga County Department Of Children And Family Services
04.1975 - 04.2002
- Improved response times by efficiently prioritizing and dispatching emergency calls.
- Enhanced communication between field units and office personnel by managing radio transmissions and phone communications.
- Maintained accurate records of dispatched calls, ensuring thorough documentation for future reference.
- Contributed to a smooth-running office environment by providing clerical support such as filing, data entry, and document preparation.
Data Entry Operator
Cuyahoga County Department Of Children And Family Services
04.1975 - 04.2002
- Increased data accuracy by diligently inputting and verifying information from various sources.
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently organizing and prioritizing tasks for timely completion.
- Streamlined processes by implementing effective data entry techniques and tools, reducing errors and increasing efficiency.
- Reduced turnaround time for projects with accurate and timely data entry, contributing to overall company success.
- Assisted in training new hires on data entry best practices, contributing to a more efficient workforce.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Computer And Information Sciences
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
ClevelandCertified Homecare Giver - Certified Nursing Assistant
Red Cross
Cleveland03.1999
High School Diploma -
John Hay High School
Cleveland06.1974
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Team Building
- Policy Enforcement
- Incident Reporting
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Decision Making
- Customer Service
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Michelle Carter-Spencer Private Duty Home Care Svs
11.2023 - Current
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
University Hospital - University Health System
03.2005 - 11.2023
Dispatcher Office Assistant
Cuyahoga County Department Of Children And Family Services
04.1975 - 04.2002
Data Entry Operator
Cuyahoga County Department Of Children And Family Services
04.1975 - 04.2002
Light House Cleaning
Wash Hair and Bed/Bather
Wash Clothes/Dishes
Companion Caregiver
Companion Grocery Shopping
Driver
Retired
No Degree - Computer And Information Sciences
Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus
Certified Homecare Giver - Certified Nursing Assistant
Red Cross
High School Diploma -
John Hay High School