Essiah McFatridge
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. King and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
NaphCare
04.2024 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, and blood pressure as well as pulse.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Caregiver/CNA
NURSA
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Patient Care Technician
Nebraska Medical Center, Cowdery Patient Care Center
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Nurse Technician
Hillcrest Healthcare
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Education
GED -
Cochise Community College
Sierra Vista, AZ08.2020
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Adaptable
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
NaphCare
04.2024 - Current
Caregiver/CNA
NURSA
08.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Nebraska Medical Center, Cowdery Patient Care Center
08.2020 - 09.2023
Nurse Technician
Hillcrest Healthcare
08.2019 - 08.2021
GED -
Cochise Community College