CNA
Autman Care
Statesville, NC
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
