Sandy M Decoteau
West Warwick,RI
Summary
Reliable caring certified nursing assistant with 23years experience caring for elderly. Friendly and compassionate, with great interpersonal and communication skills. Committed to safeguarding the privacy, dignity and well-being of patients while adhering to all patient care guidelines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Riverview Nursing Home
Coventry, RI
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressures.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Shahbaz
St. Elizabeth Home
East Greenwich, RI
11.2016 - 09.2023
- Scheduling coordinator
- Providing great patient care including cooking, laundry and housekeeping
- Answering patient calls and determining how best to help them
- Providing physical support for residents with daily activities and personal hygiene
- Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.
- Stay up to date on CNA training and facility policy and procedure
- Transferred residents using gate belts, hoyer lifts and EZ stands as needed ensuring patient safety and comfort
Certified Nursing Assistant
Robert Heath Center
North Kingston, RI
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Assisted residents with ADLs
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brentwood Nursing Home
Warwick, RI
03.2005 - 04.2016
- Assigned residents with ADLs
Education
GED - undefined
State of RI Department of Education
01.2008
CNA - undefined
Alpine Nursing Home
01.2002
Skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Time management and organizational skills
- Reading and measuring vital signs
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
CNA
Riverview Nursing Home
10.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Shahbaz
St. Elizabeth Home
11.2016 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Robert Heath Center
05.2016 - 10.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brentwood Nursing Home
03.2005 - 04.2016
GED - undefined
State of RI Department of Education
CNA - undefined
Alpine Nursing Home