Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Ascension Living Pace Michigan, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while fostering trust through empathetic communication. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and promoting independence in patients.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension Living Pace Michigan
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.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
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.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency Of Grand Blanc
06.2021 - 09.2023
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
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.
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Direct Homecare Manager
Summers Living System INC.
06.2010 - 08.2020
Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Assisted Patients With Activities of Daily Living, Appointments, Medication administration
Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
Direct Care Worker Group Home
Alternative Services Inc.
04.2018 - 05.2020
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
Demonstrated empathy and understanding while addressing the diverse cultural, social, emotional, or intellectual needs of each patient.
Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to their specific needs.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Ensured clean and comfortable living environments through diligent housekeeping duties catered towards individual preferences whenever possible.