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Elaine Taylor

Jonesboro,GA

Summary

I Elaine Taylor is a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at Pruitt Health Hospice. Excels in delivering compassionate support alongside critical healthcare interventions. Achieved a notable reduction in patient fall incidents through vigilant safety measures. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering patient relationships, ensuring high-quality, personalized care. The provided work history that I have provided gives a validation of the personable and compassionate with natural ability to connect with patients and provide high-quality care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care techniques, combined with proficiency in vital signs monitoring and personal hygiene assistance. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through attentive and empathetic support.

I Elaine Taylor is a 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.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pruitt Health Hospice
04.2018 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • 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.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards

Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pruitt Health Hospice
05.2009 - 04.2018
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Lanier High School
Lakeland, GA
08-1980

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminology
  • Mobility assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Feeding assistance
  • Positioning patients
  • End-of-life care
  • Adaptable
  • Patient lifting
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Transfer techniques
  • Urinary catheter care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Inpatient care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Colostomy care
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Specimen collection
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Care plan implementation
  • Observing responses

Certification

  • Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice or state-specific agencies.
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
  • Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
  • Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pruitt Health Hospice
04.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pruitt Health Hospice
05.2009 - 04.2018

Lanier High School
Elaine Taylor