Eureka Sibby
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Effective Unit Secretary with superior expertise in patient privacy protocols and nursing unit operations. Well-versed in incoming call management and patient database updates demonstrated over 5 years of related experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary
Atrium Healthcare-Main
2019.03 - Current
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Lead Medication Technician
Paces Glen Assisted Living
2018.11 - 2019.03
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care for each patient.
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health record systems for accurate inputting of patient information.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Supported needs of residents under long-term care.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided exceptional patient support, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assessed patients'' understanding of their prescribed medications regimen during routine followups.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Surg Tech
Presbyterian Hospital
2016.08 - 2018.11
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peak Resources-Charlotte
2016.07 - 2016.08
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Hospital
2015.05 - 2016.07
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Medication Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
2014.03 - 2015.05
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medication protocols, resulting in efficient dispensing and accurate documentation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Live-In Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
2013.08 - 2014.03
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Health Agency
2012.08 - 2013.03
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolinas Specialty Hospital
2010.08 - 2012.02
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Activities Director
White Oak Manor
2007.07 - 2010.08
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC06.1996
Skills
- Vital signs
- Universal Precautions
- Heavy Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Reliable team player
- Clinical Documentation
- Administering Medications
- Adaptable
- Time Management
- Patient-focused care
- Emotional Support
- Patient Observation
- Colostomy Care
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Shared governance
- Patient Assessments
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Inpatient Care
- First Aid Certification
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary
Atrium Healthcare-Main
2019.03 - Current
Lead Medication Technician
Paces Glen Assisted Living
2018.11 - 2019.03
Certified Nursing Assistant/Med Surg Tech
Presbyterian Hospital
2016.08 - 2018.11
Certified Nursing Assistant
Peak Resources-Charlotte
2016.07 - 2016.08
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Hospital
2015.05 - 2016.07
Medication Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
2014.03 - 2015.05
Live-In Home Health Aide
Maxim Healthcare
2013.08 - 2014.03
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Health Agency
2012.08 - 2013.03
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolinas Specialty Hospital
2010.08 - 2012.02
Certified Nursing Assistant/Activities Director
White Oak Manor
2007.07 - 2010.08
No Degree - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College
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