Jarneshia Ragland
Belleville,IL
Summary
Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy. Committed to maintaining high standards of care while implementing fall prevention measures, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for residents.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Cedar Ridge Nursing Home
07.2024 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Memory care expierenced
- Basic long term care
- Hoyer lift, sliding board and sit to stand certified
- Document on residents
- Pass ice
- Feed in dining room
- Shower/assist with bathing
- Report on residents to nurse on duty
- Comfort residents
CNA
Memorial Medical Center
05.2021 - 04.2023
- 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.
- Wound care
- Peri care
- Performed accu-checks
- Collect urine and blood specimans
- Document
- Report normal and abnormalties to nurse supervisor
PCT
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Apply and detatch heart monitors
- Perform surgical scrubs pre surgery
- Draw blood (phlebotomy)
- Collect specimans
- Monitor Telemetry monitors
- Rounding with patients
- Documenting and reporting to nurse supervisor
- Giving total patient care
CNA
Heritage Healthcare
09.2014 - 03.2016
- 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.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
GED -
Swic
Belleville, IL04-2014
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Documenting
- Prioritizing
Accomplishments
GED 2014
CNA 2014
Phlebotomy 2018
CPR/BSL current
Timeline
CNA
Cedar Ridge Nursing Home
07.2024 - 03.2025
CNA
Memorial Medical Center
05.2021 - 04.2023
PCT
Barnes Jewish Hospital I
04.2019 - 06.2020
CNA
Heritage Healthcare
09.2014 - 03.2016
GED -
Swic
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