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Dorraine Brown
29 Birch Road Amityville ,NY
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Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Good Samaritan University Hospital, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for compassionate communication and effective teamwork, I implemented infection control measures and provided emotional support, enhancing patient safety and comfort. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and delivering high-quality care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Good Samaritan University Hospital
West Islip
09.2005 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during hospital stays.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety standards.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Amityville Memorial Hs
Amityville, NYAssociate of Science - Surgical Technologist
Mandl Allied College
New York, NY01-2022
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
Compassionate communication
Patient transfers
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Emergency response
Medication administration
Multitasking and organization
Team collaboration
Active listening
Lifting and transferring
Patient hygiene assistance
Certification
Bls
Cpr
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Good Samaritan University Hospital
09.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Amityville Memorial Hs
Associate of Science - Surgical Technologist
Mandl Allied College