Delivered compassionate, patient-centered care across acute care units, hospice settings, and long-term care environments, adapting quickly to diverse patient needs, acuity levels, and care plans.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA, Float Pool
Piedmont Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2026
Provided compassionate patient care, prioritizing comfort and safety during procedures and daily activities.
Supported nursing staff in conducting patient assessments to enhance comprehensive care plans.
Oversaw monitoring of vital signs, documenting changes and promptly reporting concerns to healthcare team.
Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient flow and optimize service delivery in float pool assignments.
Facilitated patient and family education on post-discharge care to promote effective health management practices.
Facilitated training for new staff on patient care protocols, promoting a culture of compliance and best practices within the team.
Championed patient advocacy by articulating concerns to medical personnel, ensuring optimal care outcomes.
Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular room inspections to uphold a clean and hazard-free environment.
Monitored patient movements and implemented interventions to minimize fall incidents.
Patient Care Technician/Emergency
Piedmont Hospital
Columbus, Ga
05.2023 - 01.2026
Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance care delivery.
Managed patient transportation within the facility, adhering to safety protocols.
Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wellstar Medical Center
Lagrange,Ga
09.2023 - 05.2024
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.
Answered call lights and supported patient 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.
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 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.
Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Unit Secretary
Wellstar Medical Center
Lagrange, Ga
09.2023 - 05.2024
Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
Assisted with the training and onboarding of new unit secretaries, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure their success in the role.
Monitor Technician
Wellstar Medical Center
Lagrange, Ga
09.2023 - 04.2024
Promoted a positive work environment through active collaboration with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals within the facility.
Maintained updated knowledge on cardiac arrhythmias, contributing to better patient care and monitoring outcomes.
Managed multiple telemetry systems simultaneously, maintaining attention to detail and high-quality care for all monitored patients.
Optimized response times during emergencies by promptly notifying appropriate staff members about concerning cardiac events or trends observed in monitoring data.
Facilitated smooth transitions in patient care by accurately reporting pertinent information during shift hand-offs between Monitor Technician colleagues.
Supported effective decision-making by providing real-time updates on significant rhythm changes to healthcare providers.
Hospice Care CNA
Care Master
Griffin, GA
01.2013 - 03.2020
Provided comprehensive patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, enhancing overall quality of care.
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.
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.
Certified Nursing Assistan (CNA) Independent Cont. at MS JANE BEAVERS (cared for Her Mom MRS IMOGENE BRACKET)Certified Nursing Assistan (CNA) Independent Cont. at MS JANE BEAVERS (cared for Her Mom MRS IMOGENE BRACKET)