ESSENCE JONES
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant offering 13+ years of experience in healthcare environments.4 Years of pediatric care work places and environment.
Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner, and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance medical technology. Currently in school for Certified Medical
Assistant./ Pediatric care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cliveden Rehab And Nursing
Philadelphia, PA
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Helped with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming and administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature and documented patient care services by charting in designated areas
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately
- Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients' status
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Rehabilitation And Skilled Nursing Center
Philadelphia, PA
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy, and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cas Home Health Care
Philadelphia, PA
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Administered medication using infusion pumps, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery.
- Implemented infection control practices to maintain a sterile environment and prevent cross-contamination.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Home Health Aide
Sarah Care and Pediatrics Care
Philadelphia, PA
01.2010 - 11.2014
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors
- Helped clients move in bed, stand, or walk using proper body mechanics techniques
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure
- Always maintained confidentiality of patient information as per HIPAA regulations
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Administered medications safely according to physicians'' orders while monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions in pediatric patients.
- Served as a resource for families seeking guidance on available community resources and support services catered to their child''s specific needs.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care to medically fragile children in their homes, ensuring a comfortable environment for healing.
- Developed strong rapport with families by effectively addressing questions or concerns regarding their child''s health status or treatment plan.
- Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Home Health Aide
Open Systems Healthcare
Philadelphia, PA
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician
Education
High School Diploma -
University City High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2007
Skills
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
- Epic System
- ADLS
- Responding to Emergencies
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Patient Assessments
- Bedside Manner
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Understands Mobility Assistance Needs
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Care & Safety
- Diagnostic Testing
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Privacy / HIPAA Regulations
- Patient Advocacy and Support
- Electronic Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Documenting behaviors
- EMR / EHR
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Specimen Collection
- Ambulation Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Mobility Assistance
- Observing responses
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Medical terminology
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS and CPR certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cliveden Rehab And Nursing
01.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Rehabilitation And Skilled Nursing Center
05.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cas Home Health Care
06.2016 - 12.2020
Home Health Aide
Open Systems Healthcare
03.2013 - 03.2014
Home Health Aide
Sarah Care and Pediatrics Care
01.2010 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
University City High School