An experienced and highly motivated CNA, with 10 years of progressive nursing assistant experience, looking to obtain a career in the health care field that will sharpen my skills as a certified medical professional.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Methodist Healthcare
12.2018 - Current
Patient care technician
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Broadway Health and Rehabilitation
10.2013 - 12.2018
Provide patients' personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves; assisting with travel to the bathroom; helping with showers and baths
Provide for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary; ambulating, turning, and positioning patients; providing fresh water and nourishment between meals
Provide adjunct care by administering enemas, douches, nonsterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sitz and therapeutic baths; applying restraints
Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs and weight; testing urine; recording intake and output information
Document actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
People Manager
McDonald's
09.2005 - 10.2012
Counted inventory for the supplies in the store
Implemented food safety control
Improved customer service and client relationships
Hired and trained personnel, created daily reports and made daily deposits and other tasks as assigned.
Shift Manager
Burger King
07.2001 - 08.2005
Counted inventory for the supplies in the store
Implemented food safety control
Improved customer service and client relationships
Hired and trained personnel, created daily reports and made daily deposits and other tasks as assigned
Filled out necessary paperwork before shift ended to ensure proper pass down
Evaluated cash drawers and made deposits to the banks as needed.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Schmieding Home Caregiver Class
West Memphis, AR
11.2012
High School Diploma -
Earle High School
05.2003
Skills
Efficient ability to record important signs that incorporate respiration, body temperature, pulses, and blood pressure
Competent knowledge about infectious disorders and elementary methodologies employed for infection control
Sound understanding about physiological issues, including common disorders and workings of body systems
Ability to observe Privacy/HIPAA regulations along with direct patient care functions
Ability to ensure patient safety and personal hygiene at all times