Heather Oxendine
Shannon,NC
Summary
I am a Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant ll that's diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to all individuals. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting quailty improvements in patient care. My experience includes working in outpatient clinics, home health agencies and assisted living facilities. I have always had a desire of working in the healthcare field. My passion for providing care has driven me to continually seek opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills. Over the years, I have developed the ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families, ensuring they feel supported and protected throughout their care journey. My dedications not only enhances my competency, but also allows me to deliver the highest quality of care to those I serve. My goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of my patients, advocating for their well-being and creating an environment of respect and dignity. I am eager to continue my professional growth by obtaining my License as a Registered Nurse.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Robeson Health Care Corrporation
Laurinburg, NC
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Nursing Assistant
Lumberton Children's Clinc
Lumberton, NC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking them with necessary supplies and ensuring that all equipment was in proper working order.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Nursing Assistant
Interim Home Health
Apex, NC
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
A Primary Choice
Laurinburg, NC
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Springs High School
Red Springs, NC06-2020
Skills
- Community activities
- Patient Care
- Infection control procedures
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- HIPAA
- Patient Care and Safety
- Client documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Collecting specimens
- Mobility Assistance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
Certification
- Basic Life support Certification
- Nurse Aide Certification
- Nurse Aide ll Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Robeson Health Care Corrporation
06.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing Assistant
Lumberton Children's Clinc
01.2023 - 06.2023
Nursing Assistant
Interim Home Health
01.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
A Primary Choice
08.2020 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Red Springs High School
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