Janice Kelly
Portland,ME
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Cross Country Healthcare, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Expert in dementia care and proficient in EMR/EHR, significantly enhanced patient comfort and safety. Known for being a reliable team player, where efforts have consistently improved care quality and efficiency. 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
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
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1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cross Country Healthcare
05.2024 - 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.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaside Health and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Answered call lights and supported 18 patients 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
IMCS Group
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of 8 - 10 patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
New York Health Care Inc
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- 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 patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
Education
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX 01.2017 - 05.2017
Houston Community College
Houston, TX 01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Houston
Houston, TX12.1999
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Colostomy Care
- Blood Glucose Testing
- EMR / EHR
- Certified in CPR/AED
- CNA Certification
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Certified Assisted Living Administrator
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cross Country Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaside Health and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
IMCS Group
08.2023 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
New York Health Care Inc
06.2023 - 08.2023
San Jacinto College District
01.2017 - 05.2017
Houston Community College
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Houston