Colleen Thomas
Hartford,Ct
Summary
Experience in performing clinical task to deliver high quality support as a certified nurse’s aide, efficient organizational, and communication skills to use in various healthcare environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Selinsgrove Center
Sunbury, Pennsylvania
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Certified Nurse’s Assistant
Crestfield rehabilitation
Manchester, CT
02.2018 - Current
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Assist with patient mobility and transfers
- Observe and report changes in patients' condition or behavior
- Assist with behavioral health interventions for patients with special needs
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas
- Assist with sterile processing of medical equipment and instruments
CNA
Connecticut Behavioral Health Hospital
West Hartford, Connecticut
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
River Manor care Center
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Assist with patient mobility and transfers
- Observe and report changes in patients' condition or behavior
- Assist with behavioral health interventions for patients with special needs
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient care areas
- Assist with sterile processing of medical equipment and instruments
Patient CARE associate
Hartford hospital
Hartford, CT
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Maintains smooth and efficient patient flow
- May perform routine procedures i.e., vital signs, height, weight, visual acuity, urine testing, in accordance with protocols
- Reports pertinent observations to nurse and/or physician
- Charts activities in the record
- Participates in implementation of care plans
- Attends interdisciplinary meetings
- Prepares rooms and work area for clinics, including stocking of rooms and carts
- Checks equipment and reports that which is malfunctioning
- Performs related duties as required such as bathing/showers on their shower day
Education
GED -
Penn Foster
New YorkSkills
- Proficient with computers
- Electronical medical records (EMR)
- Maintaining medical precautionary protocols
- Communicating with patients
- Communicating with patients' families
- Communicating with medical staff
Timeline
CNA
Selinsgrove Center
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Connecticut Behavioral Health Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Nurse’s Assistant
Crestfield rehabilitation
02.2018 - Current
Patient CARE associate
Hartford hospital
02.2016 - 02.2019
River Manor care Center
08.2013 - 05.2020
GED -
Penn Foster