Hilary Swihart
Certified Nurse Assistant
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing over 20 years of experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements especially in Hospice/end of life care.
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant/Hospice Aide
Arbor Hospice
Ann Arbor, Michigan
04.2015 - 01.2023
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting various equipment and repositioning patient as needed.
- Provided end-of-life care for patients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Alzheimer's and dementia, and various cancers.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nurse Assistant
The Medical Team
Flint, MI
08.2009 - 04.2015
- Provided care to clients in their homes and at facilities.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Certificate of Completion For CNA - Nursing Assistance
06.2003 - 08.2003
No Degree - Accounting
08.1992 - 04.1995
High School Diploma -
08.1988 - 05.1992
Skills
Recording vital signs
undefinedTimeline
Certified Nurse Assistant/Hospice Aide - Arbor Hospice
04.2015 - 01.2023
Certified Nurse Assistant - The Medical Team
08.2009 - 04.2015
Washtenaw Community College - Certificate of Completion For CNA, Nursing Assistance
06.2003 - 08.2003
Grand Valley State University - No Degree, Accounting
08.1992 - 04.1995
Flushing High School - High School Diploma,
08.1988 - 05.1992
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