Janiqua Garrett
Talladega,AL
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and team collaboration, honed at Village at Cook Springs and Talladega Health And Rehab. Excelled in medication administration and compassionate communication, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated commitment to health promotion and infection control, ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
Village at Cook Springs
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Cook Springs
03.2023 - 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Talladega Health And Rehab
05.2016 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Talladega High School
Talladega, AL05.2016
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Infection Control
- Patient Care
- Pain assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate communication
- Wound Care
- Nursing Assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Vital sign assessment
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Patient Assessments
- Health Promotion
- Mobility Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Personal Care
- Flexible Schedule
Timeline
Student Nurse
Village at Cook Springs
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Village at Cook Springs
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Talladega Health And Rehab
05.2016 - 10.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
Talladega High School
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