Jaime Rappleye
Dresden,NY
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Agency- Clifton Springs Nursing Home
Rochester, NY
04.2017 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments.
- Assisted with mobility and transportation of patients as needed.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Patient Care Technician, Psych/Addiction Technician
Agency- Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic
Clifton Springs, New York
08.2019 - 12.2023
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and comfort measures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team members promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported observations to clinical staff.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer support and engagement.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for patients at all times.
- Documented patient interactions and progress in electronic health records.
- Attended staff meetings and trainings in order to stay abreast of new developments in the field of addiction treatment.
- Organized recreational activities for clients which promote healthy lifestyles while also providing an enjoyable experience.
- Provided emotional support to clients during times of distress or crisis situations.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Greater Southern Tier BOCED
Elmira, NY 11.2016 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
ProMetric
01.2010 - 04.2010
Penn Yan Academy
Penn Yan, NYSkills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient documentation
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Patient care
- Safety measures
- Patient transportation
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient observation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Time management
- Patient transfers
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassionate communication
- Toileting assistance
- End-of-life care
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Active listening
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Patient advocacy
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Compassion and empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Dressing assistance
- Cultural sensitivity
- Infection control practices
- Bathing assistance
- Reliable transportation
- Medical terminology
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Compassionate
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Range of motion exercises
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Valid NY state driver's license
- Intake recording
- Geriatric care
- Urinary catheter care
Certification
- New York State Nurse Aide Certification #342946400410E 04/19/2010
- NHA, Certified Phlebotomy Technician #S3X3F6G6 03/30/2017
Affiliations
- Volunteer work at the Keuka Comfort Home. Providing end of life care to hospice patients as well as light house keeping.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Psych/Addiction Technician
Agency- Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic
08.2019 - 12.2023
CNA
Agency- Clifton Springs Nursing Home
04.2017 - Current
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Greater Southern Tier BOCED
11.2016 - 03.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
ProMetric
01.2010 - 04.2010
Penn Yan Academy