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Jennifer West

certified nursing assistant
Newark,DE

Summary

Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

BAYADA
Wilmington, DE
08.2018 - Current
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Compassionate Care Hospice
Newark, DE
04.2005 - Current
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Answer 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emily P. Bissell Hospital
Wilmington, DE
06.1994 - 08.2001
  • 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.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

BBA -

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
06.2024

High School Diploma -

Christiana High School
Newark, DE
05.1994

Skills

  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Fluid Measurement
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Needs Determination
  • Observation Documentation
  • Linen Replacements
  • Nutrition and Diet
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Universal Precautions
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Transporting Patients
  • Promoting Healthy Habits
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Preparing Meals
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Basic Life Support
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Monitoring Fluids
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Improvement
  • Documenting Activities
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes
  • Dietary Needs
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Wheelchair Assistance
  • Patient Feeding
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • CNA Certification
  • Calm Under Stress
  • First Aid Certification

Accomplishments

2018 was voted hospice aide of the year by the DQOLC

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant since 1995
  • CPR Training - 2021

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

BAYADA
08.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Compassionate Care Hospice
04.2005 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emily P. Bissell Hospital
06.1994 - 08.2001

BBA -

Southern New Hampshire University

High School Diploma -

Christiana High School

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