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Gelia Mason

Palm Bay,FL

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. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Self Employed
Palm Bay, FL
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

CNA/HHA

Home Instead
Melbourne, FL
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.

Education

CNA -

Brevard Nursing Academy
Palm Bay, FL
07-2021

High School Diploma -

Southridge High School
Miami,Florida
06-1983

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassionate communication
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Basic Life Support
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Patient Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient-focused care
  • Transporting patients
  • Infection control procedures
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient Lifting
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Valid Florida driver's license
  • Helping with medication
  • Catheter change and preparation
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Bedside manner
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Preparing meals
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Safety Precautions
  • Compassionate

Timeline

CNA

Self Employed
10.2022 - Current

CNA/HHA

Home Instead
10.2021 - 01.2022

CNA -

Brevard Nursing Academy

High School Diploma -

Southridge High School
Gelia Mason