Ionie Russell-Frink
East Hartford,CT
Summary
Dedicated CNA with proven expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring, honed at Benchmark Senior Living. Known for exceptional compassion, empathy, and the ability to foster patient independence. Skillfully blends medical knowledge with attentive care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Adept at maintaining confidentiality and implementing effective care plans, contributing to a positive and safe healing environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Benchmark Senior Living
04.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient 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.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- 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.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2017 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Bellefield Highschool
Jamaica09.1991
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Transfers
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient Lifting
- End of life care
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Ambulation Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient relationship building
- Light Housekeeping
- Inpatient Care
- Maintaining privacy
- Patient Assessments
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient Management
- Valid State driver's license
- Patient Relations
- Activity Planning
- Care plan implementation
- Quality Assurance
- Observing responses
- Condition Monitoring
- Preparing meals
- Indirect Patient Care
- Reliable transportation
- Outpatient Care
- Conducting intakes
- Chronic Disease Management
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Understands medical procedures
- Vital sign recording
- Intake recording
- Helping with medication
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Oxygen therapy
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
CNA
Benchmark Senior Living
04.2020 - Current
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2017 - Current
Bellefield Highschool
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