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Sylvia D. Forman

Lilburn,GA

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Family Client - Sade Taylor
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Preserved a clean living environment through thorough housekeeping duties, promoting overall well-being for the patient.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fountainview Center-Alzhmr's
08.2017 - 02.2023
  • Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
  • 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.


Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor

ManorCare
04.2009 - 07.2017
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in coordinating comprehensive services across multiple disciplines for improved continuity of care.
  • Championed a culture of compassion within team by modeling empathetic communication techniques during interactions with patients and families.
  • Assisted in staff recruitment, interviewing potential candidates, and providing input on hiring decisions for a well-rounded team of CNAs.
  • Mentored new hires through comprehensive orientations and hands-on training experiences for seamless integration into the team.

Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant

Atlanta's Best Nursing Care
05.2011 - 08.2015
  • Collaborated with medical professionals during patient assessments and evaluations, providing accurate information for comprehensive treatment planning.
  • Delivered exceptional patient care while working closely with teams of healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted patients with mobility issues, supporting them during transfers and ambulation for increased independence.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and their families, fostering strong relationships built on trust and empathy.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emory Eastside Medical Center
02.2005 - 01.2008
  • Delivered high-quality care to 20+ patients in hospital facility.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.

Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor

SilverLeaf Nursing Home
06.2003 - 12.2005
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, facilitating open communication channels to address concerns and questions.
  • Reduced patient complaints by addressing issues promptly and working closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop solutions.

Education

Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant

Western Massachusetts Hospital
Springfield, MA
01.1991

Skills

  • 22 years successful experience
  • Extensive practical hands-on experience caring for patients in long and short term hospitals and nursing homes
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Bedside manner
  • Vital signs monitoring

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Timeline

Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Family Client - Sade Taylor
02.2023 - 03.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fountainview Center-Alzhmr's
08.2017 - 02.2023

Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant

Atlanta's Best Nursing Care
05.2011 - 08.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor

ManorCare
04.2009 - 07.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emory Eastside Medical Center
02.2005 - 01.2008

Certified Nursing Assistant Supervisor

SilverLeaf Nursing Home
06.2003 - 12.2005

Diploma - Certified Nursing Assistant

Western Massachusetts Hospital

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