ERICA GRIFFIN
Dania Beach,FL
Summary
Detailed-Oriented Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SHINING STARS PEDIATRIC EXTENDED CARE
2022.12 - 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 clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with all different diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, heart failure, failure to thrive, and muscular dystrophy.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients to the facility and home.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SUNSHINE KIDS PEDIATRIC MEDICAL DAY CARE
2019.04 - 2022.12
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for clients with all different diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, heart failure, failure to thrive, and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported needs of 35+ pediatric patients under care at facility.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
JOHN KNOX VILLAGE
2017.04 - 2019.07
- 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 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
HOPE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
1200 SW 3RD STREET, POMPANO BEACH FL 3306908.2025
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Geriatric Care
- Responding to emergencies
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Transporting patients
- Pediatric Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Observation
- Care Monitoring
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Outpatient Care
- Indirect Patient Care
- Inpatient Care
- End of life care
- Positioning Patients
- Documenting behaviors
- Recording vital signs
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Timeline
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SHINING STARS PEDIATRIC EXTENDED CARE
2022.12 - Current
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
SUNSHINE KIDS PEDIATRIC MEDICAL DAY CARE
2019.04 - 2022.12
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
JOHN KNOX VILLAGE
2017.04 - 2019.07
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
HOPE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
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