Essence Hopkins
Dozier,AL
Summary
Proven CNA with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction at Aveanna through compassionate care and efficient vital signs monitoring. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and patient care, adept at fostering patient relationships and ensuring safety. Demonstrates a strong blend of empathy and medical terminology knowledge, contributing to a positive healing environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Aveanna
12.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Opp Health And Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 12.2021
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma - Basics
Opp High School
Opp, AL05.2009
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient Lifting
- End of life care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Electronic Charting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Supporting personal needs
- Patient relationship building
- Tube feedings and medications familiarity
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- CPR/AED
Timeline
CNA
Aveanna
12.2021 - Current
CNA
Opp Health And Rehabilitation
01.2017 - 12.2021
High School Diploma - Basics
Opp High School
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