Fifi Mcintyre
Summary
Dedicated, Patient-focused CNA with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Technician/CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 13+ residents under long-term care.
Private Caregiver
Jospeh Smith
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, family members and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Conducted regular safety assessments of homes in order to identify any potential hazards that could cause harm.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
Home Health Aide
Evergreen Private Care
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- 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.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Home Health Aide
Helping Hearts at Home
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading and board games.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
Preschool Teacher
Cuddles Kids Academy
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Williston High School
05-1998
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Compassionate client care
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- ADL support
- Post-surgical care
- Patient ambulation
- Injury prevention
- Patient relations
Education and Training
CPR Certified
CNA Certified
Continuing Education Certification for Early Childhood Education
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Rehabilitation Technician/CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Evergreen Private Care
01.2023 - 08.2024
Private Caregiver
Jospeh Smith
08.2022 - 03.2024
Home Health Aide
Helping Hearts at Home
06.2022 - 01.2023
Preschool Teacher
Cuddles Kids Academy
09.2019 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Williston High School
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