Jamar Goodin
Certified Nursing Assistant
DALLAS,Texas
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Coalinga State Hospital, excelling in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in documenting behaviors and implementing safety measures, contributing to improved care quality and patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Coalinga State Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to support hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge of best practices.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Swanson Youth Center
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Facilitated individualized case management plans for youth in care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement behavior intervention strategies.
- Conducted assessments to identify needs and develop targeted support services.
- Monitored progress of youth in rehabilitation programs, ensuring adherence to goals.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution during challenging situations.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and addressing potential risks promptly.
- Conducted intake interviews with incoming youth to gather pertinent information needed for case management purposes, ensuring accurate documentation was maintained throughout their time within the system.
- Monitored youth progress throughout their time in custody, making adjustments to treatment plans as necessary based on observed changes or new information received from court orders or probation officers.
- Provided ongoing support and mentorship for juvenile offenders post-release, helping to prevent recidivism and promote long-term success.
- Facilitated successful reintegration into the community by connecting youth with appropriate resources and support services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wossman High School
Monroe, LACertified Nursing Aide - Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Training Academy
Fresno, CA10-2023
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Documenting behaviors
- Transfer techniques
- Ambulation assistance
- Colostomy care
- Specimen collection
- Light housekeeping
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Coalinga State Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2024
Juvenile Justice Specialist
Swanson Youth Center
01.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Wossman High School
Certified Nursing Aide - Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Training Academy