I have been working in the healthcare industry for some time. Over the years, I've accumulated experience working with skilled care nursing, long-term care, respiratory, and alzeimer and mental illness.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Virginia Health Services
Hampton , VA
01.2006 - Current
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sentara Life Care Corporation
Hampton , VA
09.2005 - 12.2006
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Education
GED - General Studies
Main Street Library
Newport News Virginia
09.2013
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Eastech
Pembroke, VA Beach
01.2003
Skills
Observation Documentation
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
Caregiver Relations
Fluid Measurement
Emotional and Social Support
Feeding Assistance
Nutrition and Diet
Electronic Recordkeeping
Output Monitoring and Reporting
Vital Signs Collection
Linen Replacements
Bedsore Prevention
Oral Hygiene
Preparing Meals
Universal Precautions
General Housekeeping Abilities
Respiratory Failure
Responding to Emergencies
Supporting Personal Needs
Collecting Specimens
Transporting Patients
Promoting Healthy Habits
Grooming and Bathing Assistance
Documentation Procedures Expertise
Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Catheter Change and Preparation
Observing Responses
Performing Patient Intakes
Medication Assistance
Range of Motion Exercises
Patient-Focused Care
Companionship and Emotional Support
Respiratory Equipment Training
Basic Life Support
Medical Terminology Knowledge
Conducting Intakes
Interdisciplinary Care
Documenting Behaviors
Needs Determination
Accomplishments
Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.