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Diamond Cooper

Spartanburg,SC

Summary

I am a CNA with 5 years experience in healthcare Field. I have been a caregiver a total of 6 years before, I became certified. I've enjoy working in this field because, I took care of a family member who was also a daily patients.

  • Skilled in providing personal care and taking good care of patients.
  • Professionally trained CNA with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Verenva Care Staffing Solutions
Simpsonville, SC
08.2020 - Current
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in -bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for all patient rooms.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Agape Hospice & Palliative Care
Spartanburg, SC
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
  • Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Turned and positioned patients to maintain comfort and minimize problems.
  • Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Reported any unusual circumstances in patients condition or environment.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keeps nurses informed of changes.

Private Duty Caregiver and Private Sitter

Loving Arms Caregivers
Bluffton, SC
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Evaluated patients suffering from asthma, appendicitis and hernias.
  • Coordinated with nursing staff to process and direct patients to the appropriate departments
  • Communicated goals, plans and progress to parents or guardians.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients

Certified Nursing Assistant

PruittHealth Walterboro
Walterboro, SC
07.2017 - 10.2018
  • Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
  • Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
  • Maintained clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
  • Observed patient responses and input updates into computer system.
  • Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
  • Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
  • Provided comforting and soothing environment.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Reported any unusual circumstances in patients condition or environment.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
  • Supported patients' daily living needs, including feeding and bathing.

Home Health Aide

Corporate Care
Charleston, SC
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly.
  • Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness

Cashier

Brahamoil (EZ-Shop#9)
Walterboro, SC
01.2016 - 01.2016
  • Trained new cashiers on procedures, customer service and sales techniques.
  • Calculated the amount of cash owed against the number of tickets bought and took payment in exchange for tickets sold.
  • Mentored other store employees in customer service and assistance to help improve overall satisfaction.
  • Educated customers on different promotions, spirits and wines to help them make good buying decisions.
  • Regularly checked the drawer to ensure that there were adequate cash and coin for transactions.
  • Directed customers to store locations.
  • Provided customers with information according to their requirements and ensured that they were directed or led to their choice of product.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs

Housekeeping

Colleton Medical
Walterboro, SC
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Stocked bathrooms with toilet paper, towels, and toiletries.
  • Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors in rooms.
  • Safely used chemical cleaning materials.
  • Managed laundry, including sorting, washing, drying, and ironing.
  • Performed thorough cleaning tasks.
  • Provided excellent cleaning service while operating in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Organized and attended meetings, including compiling all documents and reports ahead of time.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition
  • Slid beds, sofas and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas

Cashier/Customer Service

McDonalds
Walterboro, SC
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements.
  • Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation.
  • Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns
  • Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift
  • Collected and authorized payments of guests
  • Mentored new team members on sales software system operation

Education

High School Diploma -

Colleton County High
Walterboro, SC
06.2013

Certifacation - CNA License

Latrice D.Ferguson School of Nursing Assitant
Walterboro, SC
06.2017

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Patient-focused care
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Compassionate
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Adaptable
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Diabetes and Stroke Patient Care

Certification

  • Home Health Aid Certified (HHA)
  • CPR Certified
  • CNA license
  • Medical terminology

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Verenva Care Staffing Solutions
08.2020 - Current

Private Duty Caregiver and Private Sitter

Loving Arms Caregivers
10.2018 - 07.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Agape Hospice & Palliative Care
05.2018 - 05.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

PruittHealth Walterboro
07.2017 - 10.2018

Home Health Aide

Corporate Care
01.2016 - 09.2018

Cashier

Brahamoil (EZ-Shop#9)
01.2016 - 01.2016

Housekeeping

Colleton Medical
01.2014 - 01.2015

Cashier/Customer Service

McDonalds
01.2011 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

Colleton County High

Certifacation - CNA License

Latrice D.Ferguson School of Nursing Assitant

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