Jeri Jones
Selinsgrove,PA
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant committed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
Lewisburg, PA
03.2023 - Current
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques when interacting with patients.
- Implemented de-escalation techniques to manage aggressive behavior.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and encouraged independence.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Maintained patient records and documented care activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while caring for patients in a residential setting.
CNA
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical center
Brooklyn, NY
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in a range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
CNA
St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
Boise, ID
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Administered bladder scans
- Used Cerner and EMR systems for documentation
CNA
NYC Health and Hospitals Bellevue
New York, NY
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
- Distributed COVID-19 FAQ and educational material with daily status updates to increase awareness.
- Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
Front Desk Supervisor
Central Medical Services Of Westrock
Brooklyn, NY
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating patient status to fellow caregivers.
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
- Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
- Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
- Managed customer complaints and rectified issues to complete satisfaction.
CNA
Staff Quest
Lewisburg, PA
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks in patient rooms.
- Assisted patients with eating and dressing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management and ambulation.
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
CNA
Bayada Pediatrics
Selinsgrove, PA
06.2014 - 06.2019
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Conducted games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation and entertainment.
- Administered necessary medications as directed by care plan.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Scheduled recurring service appointments to provide client care as needed.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Applied positive reinforcement for performance to redirect negative behaviors.
- Met with parents about student needs to garner additional support.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PASkills
- Monitoring fluids
- HIPAA
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Performing patient intakes
- Collecting vital signs
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
- Mobility Assistance
- Samples collection
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- People skills
- Patient monitoring
- Long-Term Care
- Colostomy care familiarity
Certification
- CNA License
- BLS
Timeline
CNA
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
CNA
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical center
05.2022 - 12.2022
CNA
St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
CNA
NYC Health and Hospitals Bellevue
02.2021 - 09.2021
Front Desk Supervisor
Central Medical Services Of Westrock
01.2020 - 02.2021
CNA
Staff Quest
10.2017 - 08.2020
CNA
Bayada Pediatrics
06.2014 - 06.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
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