Derhondra Suggs
Certified CNA/MedTech
KINSTON,NC
Summary
I am very passionate about healthcare and working to fulfill the needs of senior residents. I have worked as a Personal care assistant for 8 years, worked my way up to certified Nursing Aid, followed by working as a medication aid. I would have to say my greatest strength working in this field is, my ability to work in a timely manner. Time management is a key role to providing safe and efficient care for patients, to ensure that their needs are met.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA/MedTech
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
3207 Carey Rd Kinston NC 28504
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary. Ordered Medication from the pharmacy and organized health care appointments.Incident Reporting and Dementia care training.
Education
Associate Of General Studies - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NCSkills
Dressing assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Compassionate communication
Complex Problem-Solving
Basic Life Support
Feeding Assistance
Patient Transfers
Bathing Assistance
Documenting behaviors
Mobility Assistance
Direct Patient Care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Maintaining privacy
Recording vital signs
Infection Control
Certification
CPR training
Timeline
CNA/MedTech
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
08.2022 - Current
Associate Of General Studies - Nursing
Lenoir Community College