Jada Gilleylen
Madison,WI
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at Sunlight Senior Living, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective communication. Committed to maintaining hygiene standards and ensuring safety, while promoting independence and dignity in daily living activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Sunlight Senior Living
Saint Paul, MN
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
CNA
Brightstar Healthcare
Madison, WI
05.2021 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Caregiver
Hannahs Home
Madison, WI
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Education
No Degree - MSN
MATC
Madison, WIJames Madison
Madison, WI06.2019
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Lifting and transferring
- Toileting assistance
- Medication assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Light housekeeping
Timeline
CNA
Sunlight Senior Living
02.2023 - 04.2024
CNA
Brightstar Healthcare
05.2021 - 08.2023
Caregiver
Hannahs Home
01.2020 - 10.2022
No Degree - MSN
MATC
James Madison