Collaboration with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Holds ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant- Veteran Care
Oklahoma Veterans Center ODVA
12.2021 - 12.2023
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, heart rate, respirations, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced residents satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning residents and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering positive healing environment.
Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, Diabetes, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy, etc.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients, and colleagues.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Cornerstone Early Childhood Development Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
Kept children between ages of 2-5 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
Assisted children with regular handwashing and proper bathroom etiquette.
Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Certified Nurse Assistant- Long Term Care
Corn Heritage Village & Rehab
08.2019 - 04.2021
Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
Enhanced patient care by providing daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on a regular basis.
Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
Collaborated with nursing staff to promptly address any concerns or emergencies, prioritizing patient safety and well-being at all times.
Assisted nursing staff in wound care procedures, effectively preventing infections and promoting healing.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant- Long Term Care
Beadles Nursing Home
05.2019 - 08.2021
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Asst. Administrator- Sallisaw State Veterans Home at Oklahoma Department of Veterans AffairsAsst. Administrator- Sallisaw State Veterans Home at Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs