Jamila Edwards
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at LindenGrove Menomonee Falls, skilled in recording vital signs and electronic charting. Proven ability to enhance patient care quality through effective communication and advocacy, ensuring dignity and comfort for patients with diverse needs. Committed to fostering positive relationships and improving overall wellbeing.
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
LindenGrove Menomonee Falls
03.2022 - 03.2026
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Midwest Clinical Services
08.2022 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.Camillus
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Manor Park
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Congregational Home
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Victory Christian Acadeny
Chicago, IL06-1998
Skills
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Direct patient care
- Documenting behaviors
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Midwest Clinical Services
08.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
LindenGrove Menomonee Falls
03.2022 - 03.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
St.Camillus
01.2020 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village At Manor Park
09.2018 - 04.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Congregational Home
06.2016 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Victory Christian Acadeny