- Volunteer Travel
- Enjoy participating in patient activities for overall physical and mental well-being of patient
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Dessiray Ross
Port Arthur,TX
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in compassionate caregiving, vital signs monitoring, and patient-focused care. Committed to advocating for patient needs and enhancing their quality of life through effective communication and teamwork.
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a focus on compassionate caregiving, patient advocacy, and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with patients and collaborate effectively within a healthcare team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Larned State Hospital
Larned, KS
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Sitting 1:1 with patients and helping with daily ADL's.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during and before shift changes.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Documented vital signs and reported any changes to the Charge Nurse.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and contribute to individualized care strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
Port Arthur, TX
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate care to residents, assisting with daily living activities and helping with necessary tasks such as, oral and personal hygiene, shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output. Documented changes to ensure timely responses to patient needs.
- Assisted nursing staff in administering medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Education
CNA -
Allied Health Career Training
Wichita, KSHigh School Diploma -
Memorial High School
Port Arthur, TXSkills
- Problem solver
- LTAC
- Pysch
- Nursing Homes
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Fast learner
- CNA certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
-Kansas, Montana, Massachusetts, Iowa, New Mexico, Wyoming, North Dakota, South Dakota, Hawaii, New York.
Interests
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Larned State Hospital
04.2025 - 04.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Magnolia Manor Nursing Home
01.2023 - 03.2025
CNA -
Allied Health Career Training
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School