Desiree Hinton
Louisville,KY
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. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Access Care
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care
11.2022 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care
01.2012 - 11.2022
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Right Choice Health Care Training Institute
Louisville, KY12.2023
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Atlanta, GA11.2021
GED -
Jefferson Community College
Louisville, KY03.2006
Skills
- Patient Management
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Patient Relationship Building
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Reliable Team Player
- Trustworthy Companion
- Compassionate
- Critical Thinking
- CPR Certification
- ADL Support
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Access Care
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care
11.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Care
01.2012 - 11.2022
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Right Choice Health Care Training Institute
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
GED -
Jefferson Community College
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