CNA Shadow Work- Maple Springs Retirement, North Logan UT
November 2, 2024 and November 29, 2024 (24 hours total)
- Shadowed a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in providing direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Observed patient vital sign monitoring (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and learned how to document patient data accurately.
- Gained experience in transferring and repositioning patients, ensuring comfort and safety during mobility.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, including oral care, grooming, and toileting, under the CNA’s supervision.
CNA Skills Labs-CNA Training Centers, Clearfield UT
October 27,2024 -October 29, 2024 (27 hours total)
- Practiced essential CNA skills in a controlled environment, focusing on patient care, hygiene, and safety.
- Performed procedures such as taking vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and accurately documenting patient data.
- Demonstrated proficiency in mobility assistance, including patient transfers, repositioning, and lifting techniques.
- Gained experience in personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming patients, while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Applied infection control procedures, including hand hygiene, use of PPE, and sterilization techniques.
- Practiced communication skills with mock patients and peers, improving interpersonal interactions in a healthcare setting.