Irene Daniels
Houston,United States
Summary
Proven Certified Nursing Assistant with a track record of delivering high-quality patient care and support at Pulse Staffing. Skilled in Alzheimer's and dementia care, vital signs monitoring, and demonstrating exceptional compassion and bedside manner. Achieved significant improvements in patient comfort and safety through effective teamwork and diligent HIPAA compliance. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pulse Staffing
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Helpers Senior Care
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Administered prescribed medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal treatment efficacy.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients, family members, and medical staff by serving as a reliable point of contact.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
02.2019 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christian Senior Care
09.2017 - 01.2019
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients, family members, and medical staff by serving as a reliable point of contact.
- Aided in meal preparation adhering to dietary restrictions, ensuring nutritious meals were provided in accordance with specified guidelines.
- Delivered exceptional patient care while working closely with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - Current
- Monitored skin integrity regularly, implementing preventative measures to avoid pressure ulcers or related complications.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.
- Provided physical therapy support for improved patient mobility and functionality.
- Completed comprehensive training in dementia care practices, applying knowledge to improve outcomes for affected individuals.
- Coordinated recreational activities for mental stimulation and socialization opportunities among residents or patients.
- Utilized specialized equipment for proper positioning and support, maximizing patient comfort levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ignite Medical Resort
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while preserving their autonomy whenever possible.
- Prevented bedsores and other complications by regularly repositioning patients and maintaining proper hygiene practices.
- Provided end-of-life care for patients while respecting their dignity and personal wishes, allowing them to pass comfortably.
- Adapted care routines based on individual patient preferences, promoting a sense of control over their environment during end-of-life stages.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for hospice patients through diligent housekeeping tasks.
- Monitored skin integrity regularly, implementing preventative measures to avoid pressure ulcers or related complications.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and individualized care.
- Coordinated recreational activities for mental stimulation and socialization opportunities among residents or patients.
- Ensuring prompt attention was given towards any concerns that arose.
- Utilized specialized equipment for proper positioning and support, maximizing patient comfort levels.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
- Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
High School Diploma -
Powerline Academy
Benin Edo Bachelor of Science - Banking And Financial
Delta State University
Asaba Delta 10.2014
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic Life Support
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- End of life care
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Time Management
- Catheter Care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- SATORI- Alternative to Managing Aggression ( SAMA Certification)
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ignite Medical Resort
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pulse Staffing
03.2021 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Helpers Senior Care
08.2020 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
02.2019 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christian Senior Care
09.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Powerline Academy
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Financial
Delta State University
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- SATORI- Alternative to Managing Aggression ( SAMA Certification)
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