Jerrica Davenport
Marion,IN
Summary
Compassionate professional accustomed to working with physically challenged, bedridden and memory-impaired patients. Exceptionally talented at providing social and emotional support to improve patient morale and increase comfort. Proficient in assisting patients with daily hygiene, including showering and incontinence care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colonial Oaks Community
Marion, IN
03.2025 - Current
- Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Monitored resident vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
- Supported meal service and assisted residents with eating and hydration.
- Documented daily care activities in Colonial Oaks Community health records.
- Transported residents safely to activities, appointments, and common areas.
- Responded to call lights and provided timely hands-on resident support.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water to residents throughout the day for hydration. and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Changed linens and cleaned bathrooms regularly.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Education
Marion High School
Marion, INSkills
- Vital signs assessment
- Daily living activities
- Assisted ambulation
- Patient transfers
- Nutrition support
- Infection prevention
- Electronic documentation
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colonial Oaks Community
03.2025 - Current
Marion High School