Passionate about healthcare, bringing a deep sense of compassion and a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Committed to treating individuals with the same care and respect that is expected for oneself or loved ones. Striving to be a catalyst for change within the healthcare industry. Eager to contribute skills and dedication to be a driving force in transforming the field of healthcare.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver
St Marys Medical Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
Led reforms to enhance health service delivery.
Facilitated completion of essential personal care activities.
Measured and recorded essential patient vitals.
Handled patient calls and provided accurate assistance.
Handled incoming unit calls.
- Assist with feeding patients
- Bathing and Dressing
- Proper transfer techniques to move patient around or to desired location
- Monitor patients
- Use medical equipment
- Collaborate with medical professionals
- Documenting and reporting patient conditions to nurse
- Reposition in beds
- Assist with medical procedures
- Changing linens
- Facilitating patient care
- Follow safety protocols and policies
- Proper PPE worn when needed and universal precaution at all times
- Monitoring patient liquid and food intake
- Position patients to ensure comfort
- Report change in condition
- Proper documentation
- stock supplies
- Assisting patients in mobility
- Assisting with hygiene and oral care
Ensured cleanliness of rooms.
CNA
Huntington Health and Rehab
06.2024 - 09.2024
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Behavioral Technician
Autism Services Center
01.2022 - 04.2023
- clients of all age (mainly children ages 5-16)
- Natural environment training and discreet trail training sessions
- Applied behavior analysis (ABA)
- ABA methods were used to measure behavior, teach functional skills, and evaluate progress
- Used techniques and principles to discourage socially inappropriate or problematic behaviors and replace them with more acceptable ones
- Variety of approaches to find a way of motivating the child/individual and ensured that learning sessions were both enjoyable and productive
_( A.K.A PLAY THERAPY)
Hostess/To-Go Specialist
Mountain Mamas Kitchen
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Greet customers
- Advertise daily special
- Take orders and ring them up
- Answer phones and take orders
- Pack orders
- Serve food to tables or curbside for togo
- Universal precaution, beginning and end of shift cleaning and stocking
- Turn lights off at beginning and off at the end of the night and make sure everything is clean and presentable
- Provide prompt and friendly service to customers in a way that will exceed customer expectation and ensure customer satisfaction
Triage
valley health/ manpower temp agency
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Greeted patients coming into the building
- Asked covid questioner questions
- Took temperatures
- Provided mask
- Encouraged hand washing and offered hand sanitizer
- Provided paper work and directions
- Started and ended shift doing cleaning duties
- Opened door due to it being locked because of covid
- Kept proper paperwork stocked for clipboards and stocked pens
Direct Care Staff
Starlight Behavioral Health Services
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided daily, individualized care and ensured overall safety and health of each assigned client
- Daily care included but not limited to: Personal hygiene/ grooming, cooking & feeding, ambulation, medical monitoring, and other healthcare-related assistance
Clients who also receive care with areas such as housecleaning, shopping, and managing finances
- Followed clients daily care scheduled that is based upon the clients Individualized Program Plan (IPP) as well as the Individualized behavior support plan
- Provided transportation when required for medical appointments, shopping, recreational outings
- Completed daily documentation for client records
- Implemented crisis intervention procedure as needed
- Guided, taught, and assisted individuals in development and community involvement
- Used communication devices for those that needed
- Bathroom assistance
- Transfer techniques for those that needed
Host and To-Go Specialist
Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Followed procedures to prepare, pack, and serve food products for customers
- Universal precautions, beginning and end of shift cleaning and disinfecting
- Greeted customers and seated them with menus
- Provided prompt and friendly service to customers in a way that will exceed customer expectations and ensure customer satisfaction
- Answered phones and took togo orders
Education
High School Diploma - early childhood education
cabell midland high school
Ona, WV
05.2019
Skills
Customer service
Communication skills
Time management
Leadership
Problem Resolution
Creativity
Adaptability
Transferable Skills
Healthcare
Transfer Assistance
Empathy
Organizational Skills
Teamwork
Heavy Lifting
Developmental Disabilities Experience
Nursing Home Experience
Applied Behavior Analysis
Behavioral Health
Home Health
Compassion and empathy
Vital signs monitoring
Bathing assistance
Attention to detail
HIPAA compliance
Basic life support
End-of-life care
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Certification
BLS
CPR, First Aid, and AED
CNA
Timeline
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver
St Marys Medical Center
09.2024 - 12.2024
CNA
Huntington Health and Rehab
06.2024 - 09.2024
Behavioral Technician
Autism Services Center
01.2022 - 04.2023
Hostess/To-Go Specialist
Mountain Mamas Kitchen
11.2021 - 04.2023
Triage
valley health/ manpower temp agency
06.2021 - 10.2021
Direct Care Staff
Starlight Behavioral Health Services
01.2020 - 11.2020
Host and To-Go Specialist
Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse
08.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma - early childhood education
cabell midland high school
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