Iyana Hawkins
Syracuse,NY
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Syracuse, NY
11.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
Liverpool, NY
07.2016 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Syracuse, NY
10.2018 - 04.2022
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Loretto Nursing Home
Syracuse, NY
12.2014 - 07.2016
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Personal Care Aide
Private Duty
Liverpool, NY
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Encouraged healthy habits among clients by preparing nutritious meals according to dietary requirements while respecting individual preferences.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided timely assistance with personal hygiene tasks for improved self-esteem and dignity preservation.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, reducing health risks and promoting overall wellbeing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nottingham High School
Syracuse, NY06.2011
Skills
- Beside Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Communication Skills
- Documentation
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic Computer Skills
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS/CPR
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Van Duyn Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
10.2018 - 04.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Duty
07.2016 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Loretto Nursing Home
12.2014 - 07.2016
Personal Care Aide
Private Duty
09.2012 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Nottingham High School