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Donna Dwiggins

Perkasie,PA

Summary

Adept at fostering patient independence and dignity, my tenure at Sentara Assistant Living Va. Beach honed my skills in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Leveraging time management and empathy, I enhanced patient satisfaction significantly, demonstrating a commitment to superior care and confidentiality in line with HIPAA guidelines.

Patient-focused Job Title with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.

Offering strong foundation of empathy and commitment to patient care, eager to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings understanding of patient care guidelines and basic healthcare procedures, combined with skills in communication and teamwork. Ready to use and develop patient care and clinical assistance skills in Desired Position role.

Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.

Diligent Desired Position with background in providing compassionate patient care and assistance with daily activities. Successfully supported medical teams in delivering high-quality healthcare services. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient management skills, ensuring comfort and well-being.

Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention to detail.

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.

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.

Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

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.

Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.

Developed essential skills in healthcare environment, including patient care, communication, and teamwork. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferrable skills can be applied effectively. Aiming to leverage these abilities to contribute meaningfully in dynamic and supportive workplace.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Area of expertise and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Caregiver

Shalom Home Care
Telford, PA
01.2019 - Current
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
  • Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
  • Administered prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
  • Maintained consistency in care by providing home-based health services.
  • Coordinated meal planning based on dietary requirements and preferences, contributing to optimal nutritional intake for each patient.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system, ensuring they received appropriate services and resources.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress and changes in health status, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Implemented effective strategies for addressing behavioral issues related to dementia or other cognitive impairments.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patients'' conditions, updating care plans as necessary.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Continuously expanded caregiving knowledge by attending professional development workshops and staying informed about relevant industry trends.
  • Managed time effectively while caring for multiple patients concurrently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.

Computer Lab Teacher/SPED DEPARTMENT

PRC Elementary School
Carriere, MS
07.2005 - 02.2018
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

CNA

Sentara Assistant Living Va. Beach
3751 Sentara Way
02.1995 - 07.2002
  • 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.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

The George School
Newtown, PA
06.1988

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency response
  • Clinical documentation
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Physical stamina
  • Health monitoring
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Toileting assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Medication assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient lifting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric care
  • Direct patient care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Patient relationship building
  • Medical terminology
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Adaptable
  • Patient assessments
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen collection
  • Transporting patients
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Patient management
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Patient relations
  • Activity planning
  • Care plan implementation
  • Quality assurance
  • Observing responses
  • Condition monitoring
  • Preparing meals
  • Indirect patient care
  • Reliable transportation
  • Medical records management
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Meal planning
  • Activity coordination
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Chronic disease management
  • Case management
  • Medical office administration
  • General housekeeping
  • Performing patient intakes
  • Helping with medication
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • G-tube care

Accomplishments

I was able to advance in the Administrative area as an Administrative Assistant/Business Office Manager of our 72 bed Assistant Living At Sentara Virginia Beach Campus. I was Responsible for the Accounting Clerk of our Adult day Health Care Facility too in Va. Beach.

OPENED A Brand new Nursing Center In

Virginia Beach called Sentara at Windemere, as their Business Office Manager while Still operating The Assisted Living Facility.

Timeline

Home Health Caregiver

Shalom Home Care
01.2019 - Current

Computer Lab Teacher/SPED DEPARTMENT

PRC Elementary School
07.2005 - 02.2018

CNA

Sentara Assistant Living Va. Beach
02.1995 - 07.2002

High School Diploma - General Studies

The George School
Donna Dwiggins