Dorothy Perry
Augusta,GA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA,LTC
ShiftKey
Irving, Texas
01.2024 - Current
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant=LTC,HOSPITAL
Aureus Medical
Omaha , Nebraska
02.2017 - Current
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Communicated effectively with nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patients
PCA
University Hospital - University Health System
Augusta, Georgia
02.2016 - 06.2018
PCA-Hospital (MED SURG)
University Hospital
Augusta, GA
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dinwiddie High School
Dinwiddie, VA07-1988
Skills
- Infection control practices
- Clinical documentation
- End-of-life care
- Critical thinking
- Basic life support
- Emergency response
Timeline
CNA,LTC
ShiftKey
01.2024 - Current
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant=LTC,HOSPITAL
Aureus Medical
02.2017 - Current
PCA
University Hospital - University Health System
02.2016 - 06.2018
PCA-Hospital (MED SURG)
University Hospital
02.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Dinwiddie High School