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Geneva Henry
Breaux Bridge,LA
Work Preference
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at St. Joseph Hospice, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Skilled in implementing care plans and maintaining HIPAA compliance, fostering a safe and dignified environment for patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.Joseph Hospice
Lafayette, LA
09.2013 - 01.2026
- Facilitated patient support in daily living activities to promote comfort and independence.
- Oversaw monitoring of vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff for prompt interventions.
- Oversaw maintenance of accurate patient records to uphold compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to design tailored care plans for patients.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health maintenance and safety protocols.
- Facilitated emotional support for patients, cultivating a compassionate care environment.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Established and enforced infection control protocols to ensure safety in healthcare environments.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding, to uphold patient dignity.
- Facilitated daily living activities for patients to promote comfort and wellbeing.
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and properly disposing of waste.
- Responded to call lights, ensuring patient comfort and safety through adjustments of bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient care quality through diligent monitoring and recording of vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Advocated for optimal oral and personal hygiene by assisting patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Implemented safety measures, including bed alarms and proper positioning techniques, to minimize fall incidents.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent pressure ulcer development through regular patient repositioning and thorough skin assessments.
- Facilitated patient feeding and monitored nutritional intake to support health objectives.
- Optimized team efficiency by swiftly addressing call lights and communicating patient condition changes to nursing staff.
- Executed regular patient rounds to assess physical and mental well-being during shifts.
- Employed therapeutic communication techniques, empathy, and active listening skills to foster positive relationships with patients.
- Executed precise documentation of patient information in compliance with established record-keeping protocols.
- Facilitated patient independence by implementing walking exercises and providing support with mobility devices.
- Administered individualized patient care through meticulous recording of vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families to deliver emotional support during challenging circumstances.
- Supported nurses in executing wound care procedures to promote optimal healing outcomes.
- Oversaw resident care in assisted living facility, ensuring high-quality support to address individual needs.
- Partnered with nursing staff to design and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Championed patient advocacy during shift handoffs and interdisciplinary conferences with healthcare professionals.
- Provided immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to assess needs and deliver appropriate care.
- Executed medication administration and treatment protocols as directed by licensed nurses.
- Enforced infection control and prevention policies across various patient-facing areas.
- Facilitated patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items, ensuring timely delivery of extra blankets.
- Monitored patients under care conditions to assess symptom responses to treatments and track progress toward goals.
- Oversaw personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation for individuals.
- Executed cleaning and sterilization protocols to prevent cross-contamination of equipment.
- Facilitated patient completion of range of motion exercises to enhance functional mobility.
- Executed linen changes in patient rooms to ensure cleanliness and promote health standards.
- Facilitated self-feeding and assisted feeding for patients, tailoring approaches to individual needs.
- Supported nursing staff in executing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and addressing patient inquiries.
- Recorded patient information and care activities within electronic health record systems.
- Facilitated completion of daily living activities for patients requiring assistance with self-care.
- Championed patient rights and needs to guarantee respectful and ethical care delivery.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of environment to minimize infection risks.
- Established and enforced infection control protocols to safeguard patient and staff health.
- Facilitated personal care tasks for patients, ensuring dignity and promoting independence.
- Facilitated patient comfort through compassionate, individualized care during daily activities.
- Delivered emotional and psychological support to patients and families, enhancing overall healthcare experience.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic listening and timely resolution of concerns.
- Oversaw monitoring of vital signs to facilitate early detection of medical issues.
- Instructed family members on effective caregiving techniques to enhance support for loved ones post-discharge.
- Oversaw cleaning and preparation of patient consultation rooms to uphold hygiene standards.
- Assessed patients to identify and manage wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Managed care for clients with respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores by delivering exceptional care and proactively addressing concerns.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delta Career
Lafayette, LA05.1989
High School Diploma -
Breaux Bridge Senior High
Breaux Bridge, LA01.1978
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
Dressing assistance
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Electronic charting
Compassionate caregiver
Patient-focused care
Medical terminology
Mobility assistance
Companionship and emotional support
Documenting behaviors
Feeding assistance
Positioning patients
End-of-life care
Patient lifting
Transfer techniques
Urinary catheter care
Ambulation assistance
Healthcare ethics
Inpatient care
Geriatric care
Patient relationship building
Responding to emergencies
Transporting patients
Supporting personal needs
Maintaining privacy
Trustworthy companion
Feeding assistance expert
Patient management
Light housekeeping
Valid state driver's license
Patient relations
Indirect patient care
Condition monitoring
Care plan implementation
Observing responses
Reliable transportation
Patient assessments
Preparing meals
Outpatient care
Meal planning
Family support and assistance
Calm and level-headed under duress
Assisting with personal grooming
Vital sign recording
Monitoring fluids
Intake recording
Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Toileting assistance
CNA certification
Vital signs
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.Joseph Hospice
09.2013 - 01.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delta Career
High School Diploma -
Breaux Bridge Senior High