Erica Hawkins
Detroit,MI
Summary
Graduate Practical Nurse from Dorsey with an active Certified Nurse Assistant license. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connect Rn
06.2021 - Current
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- 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.
Graduate Practical Nurse
The Medical Team
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency At Saint Clair Shores
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Work Rehabilitation Unit
- Provide safe environment for residents, answer call lights.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nurse Aide
Greenfield Rehab & Nursing
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Establish a special connection with residents through empathy and relationship building techniques
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported needs of 200+ residents under long-term care.
Education
MI 48224 — Nurse Aide Certificate -
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Dorsey College
Madison Heights, MI09.2022
Nurse Aide — Michigan Certification # : MI000059375 -
Genanscot Services LLC
Detroit, MI09.2019
High School Diploma -
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Detroit06.2019
Skills
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Medication Assistance
- Responding to Emergencies
- Medications Familiarity
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Quick Problem Solver
- Compassionate Caregiver
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Graduate Practical Nurse
The Medical Team
11.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency At Saint Clair Shores
05.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Connect Rn
06.2021 - Current
Certified Nurse Aide
Greenfield Rehab & Nursing
10.2019 - 05.2020
MI 48224 — Nurse Aide Certificate -
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Dorsey College
Nurse Aide — Michigan Certification # : MI000059375 -
Genanscot Services LLC
High School Diploma -
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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