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Elana Jones

Certified nursing assistant
Limington,ME
Elana Jones

Timeline

CNA

Gorham House
06.2007 - Current

Hyles-Anderson College

from Elementary Education
09.2006 - 05.2007

Personal Support Specialist

Gorham House
06.2006 - 08.2006

Work History

Gorham House

CNA
06.2007 - Current

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • 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.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Gorham House

Personal Support Specialist
06.2006 - 08.2006

Job overview

  • Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management to promote independence and selfcare.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education

Education

Hyles-Anderson College
Crown Point, IN

from Elementary Education
09.2006 - 05.2007

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • 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
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Health monitoring
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • 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
  • Adaptable
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen collection
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Valid [state] driver's license
  • Observing responses
  • Condition monitoring
  • Reliable transportation
  • Monitoring fluids

Summary

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

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