Grace Besaw
New Portland,ME
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in delivering high-quality care in diverse healthcare environments. Excelled in promoting patient safety and satisfaction through exceptional bedside manner and keen observational skills. Committed to addressing both medical and personal needs of patients while ensuring comfort and dignity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
St.Joseph residence
New London, WI
09.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
- Repositioned patients and supported safe transfers using mobility equipment.
- Documented patient care activities in facility records and charts.
- Maintained clean, sanitary rooms, adhering to infection control procedures to promote patient safety.
- Responded to patient requests with compassionate support to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Resident Assistant
Bethany Nursing Home
Waupaca, Wisconsin
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily hygiene care.
- Supported Bethany Nursing Home residents with daily hygiene and mobility needs.
- Assisted residents with meals, feeding, and hydration support.
- Served meals and assisted with feeding according to care plans.
- Maintained clean, sanitary rooms and followed infection control procedures.
- Monitored resident comfort and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Provided drinking water to residents to ensure proper hydration. and nourishment to residents.
Hilbys
Hilbys
New London, WI
09.2016 - 09.2020
- Maintained clean dishware, utensils, and cookware for restaurant kitchen operations.
- Sanitized sinks, racks, and prep areas following food safety standards.
- Removed food waste and kept disposal areas clean and orderly.
- Replenished cleaning chemicals, soap, and paper supplies for kitchen workflow.
- Operated dish machine and hand-washed delicate items with care.
- Organized clean supplies for cooks, servers, and kitchen staff use.
Education
New London High School
New London, WISkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient charting
- Infection control
- Patient care
- Elderly care
- Activities of daily living
- Mobility assistance
- Meal assistance
- Hygiene support
- Safety protocols
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Research Assistant
St.Joseph residence
09.2023 - Current
Resident Assistant
Bethany Nursing Home
01.2021 - 09.2022
Hilbys
Hilbys
09.2016 - 09.2020
New London High School