Geralyn Doucette
Lakewood,NY
Summary
Certified nursing assistant with 8 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. Demonstrates exceptional bedside manner and strong observational skills, enhancing patient care and safety. Proficient in mobility assistance and patient hygiene, ensuring comfort and dignity for all patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Tularay
Erie, Pennsylvania
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Supported patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas to ensure safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for effective communication.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver quality patient care and enhance outcomes.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices to promote independence.
- Assisted with mobility and transportation of patients within the facility to facilitate care.
- Performed vital sign assessments, including blood pressure and temperature measurement.
CNA
Staff Today
Erie, PA
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Facilitated daily living activities, managed personal hygiene, assisted with feeding and ambulation to enhance resident comfort and well-being.
- Monitored and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- 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.
- Operated mobility devices to safely transport patients within the facility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations to promote a safe and welcoming environment.
CNA
GLC Group
Weston, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Responded to signal lights, bells, or intercoms to assess and address resident needs promptly.
- Monitored and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse to ensure timely interventions.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and shared areas to promote a comfortable and safe environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
CNA
Staff Today Inc.
Erie, PA
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation, to enhance resident comfort and well-being.
- Responded to signal lights, bells, and intercom systems to assess and address resident needs promptly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations to create a safe environment.
CNA
Clintech Health
Erie, PA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Performed routine checks on patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate, to ensure ongoing health monitoring.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Built strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to support achievement of individual care plan goals.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers and promote comfort.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Responded to signal lights, bells, and intercoms to assess resident needs promptly.
CNA Trainee
Absolut Care
Westfield , NY
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas, and nursing stations to ensure a clean and safe environment for residents.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse to facilitate timely medical interventions.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Answered signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to promptly address resident needs and enhance their comfort.
CNA
Heritage Park Nursing Home
Jamestown, NY
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate, to monitor health status.
- Monitored physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely patient records and communicated updates to healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to support achievement of individual care plan goals.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Served drinking water and nourishment to residents, ensuring hydration and nutritional needs were met.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
DSP
The Resource Center
Jamestown, NY
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Transported clients to appointments and errands, ensuring timely access to essential services.
- Maintained clean, organized environment to enhance client comfort and safety.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Monitored client's well-being and safety under physician guidance.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Advocated for disabled individuals, promoting communication and self-expression to help achieve personal goals.
PCA
Venture Forthe
Buffalo , NY
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Enabled patient independence and dignity by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Planned and prepared meals meeting patients' nutritional requirements.
- Monitored, measured and documented patients' vital signs in EMR system.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through support with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Monitored patient therapy responses, reporting concerns to supervisor.
- Provided holistic patient care addressing physical, psychological, and educational needs.
PCA
After Care Nursing
Buffalo , NY
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Empowered patients to maintain independence and dignity through assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Monitored patient condition for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes.
- Responded to patient emergencies and physically stressful situations to restore calm or administer treatments.
- Monitored, measured and documented patients' vital signs in the EMR system.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing support with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Planned and prepared meals meeting patients' nutritional requirements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements.
Education
CNA
Boces
Fredonia, NY07.2022
Skills
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting vital signs
- Performing patient intakes
- Collecting specimens
- Mobility Assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Bedsore Prevention
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Heavy lifting
- Stress management
- Patient relations
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
Timeline
CNA
Tularay
04.2024 - 11.2025
CNA
Staff Today Inc.
12.2023 - 12.2023
CNA
Staff Today
09.2023 - 03.2024
CNA
GLC Group
04.2023 - Current
CNA
Clintech Health
08.2022 - 12.2023
CNA Trainee
Absolut Care
05.2022 - 07.2022
CNA
Heritage Park Nursing Home
04.2021 - 12.2021
DSP
The Resource Center
02.2020 - 04.2021
PCA
Venture Forthe
07.2018 - 12.2019
PCA
After Care Nursing
04.2017 - 06.2018
CNA
Boces