DiEsha Dorsey
Chalmette,LA
Summary
Adept at delivering exceptional patient care, as demonstrated during my tenure at Ochsner Medical Center, I excel in HIPAA compliance and fostering positive patient relationships. My proactive approach has significantly enhanced patient satisfaction, leveraging both my direct care skills and ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkwood Nursing Home
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Patient Sitter
Private Sitting
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Reduced falls risk for patients by consistently providing vigilant supervision and assistance with mobility.
- Demonstrated strong observational skills, promptly reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate medical personnel.
- Increased patient morale through engaging conversation and companionship throughout their hospital stay.
- Enhanced patient comfort by attentively monitoring and addressing individual needs during hospital stays.
Safety Attendant
Technical Environmental Services Inc.
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Reduced accident rates by implementing effective safety protocols and procedures.
- Kept record of entrants to confined space.
- Established strong relationships with regulatory agencies to ensure up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and requirements.
- Monitored permitted space for worker safety and hazards.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broadway Rehabilitation Center
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Audubon Nursing Home
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Oil Technician
Able Body Labor
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Provided exceptional customer service when troubleshooting issues remotely or on-site for clients experiencing difficulties with their oil systems.
- Maximized productivity by efficiently scheduling maintenance tasks around production demands.
- Ensured adherence to industry regulations by accurately documenting maintenance procedures and results.
- Assisted in the successful completion of major projects through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
CNA
Luling Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2008 - 05.2010
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA
St Joseph Nursing Home
12.2005 - 05.2007
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
04.2003 - 09.2005
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Twin Oaks Nursing Home
10.1998 - 03.2002
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Luling Living Center
06.1998 - 09.1998
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
General Studies -
Hahnville HS
Boutte, LA05.1997
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
10.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkwood Nursing Home
08.2019 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2017 - 08.2019
Patient Sitter
Private Sitting
01.2017 - 04.2017
Safety Attendant
Technical Environmental Services Inc.
08.2014 - 11.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broadway Rehabilitation Center
05.2013 - 07.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Audubon Nursing Home
01.2011 - 07.2014
Oil Technician
Able Body Labor
06.2010 - 12.2010
CNA
Luling Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2008 - 05.2010
CNA
St Joseph Nursing Home
12.2005 - 05.2007
CNA
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
04.2003 - 09.2005
CNA
Twin Oaks Nursing Home
10.1998 - 03.2002
CNA
Luling Living Center
06.1998 - 09.1998
General Studies -
Hahnville HS
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