Jamie Simmons
Tekoa,WA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Tech/CNA
Tekoa Care Center
Tekoa, Washington
06.2018 - 10.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Inchelium High School
Inchelium, WA06-2005
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassionate communication
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Toileting assistance
- Patient Relations
- CPR/first aid certificate
- Food handlers card
Timeline
Med Tech/CNA
Tekoa Care Center
06.2018 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Inchelium High School