Evelyn Slanger
ELKRIDGE
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Howard County General Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and implement safety precautions, fostering a dignified and healing environment for patients.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Howard County General Hospital
08.2023 - 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
CNA
Lorien Health Services
01.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Care Giver
New Begin Assistance Living
06.2019 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
No Degree - CNA
Compassionate Academy
Greenbelt, MD02-2023
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Physical stamina
- Health monitoring
- Cultural sensitivity
- Infection control practices
- Medication assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate
- Electronic charting
- PCT Certified
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- CPR certificate
Timeline
CNA
Howard County General Hospital
08.2023 - Current
CNA
Lorien Health Services
01.2022 - 08.2023
Care Giver
New Begin Assistance Living
06.2019 - 01.2023
No Degree - CNA
Compassionate Academy
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