Jessica Ford
Opelousas,LA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Student Nurse Technician
University Medical Center New Orleans
05.2024 - 07.2024
- In the Trauma ICU
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and active listening skills during interactions.
- Ensured timely responses to call lights, attending to patients'' needs quickly and efficiently.
- Exhibited excellent time management skills when prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously under high-pressure situations.
- Participated in educational opportunities to continually improve nursing knowledge and enhance the quality of patient care provided.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Affinity Nursing & Rehab
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- 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.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Development Disability Management Services
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Home Health Aide
Always Best Care
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Opelousas Senior High School
Opelousas, LA05.2017
Skills
- Responding to Emergencies
- Documentation Procedures Expert
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Patient Relations
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Patient-Focused Care
- Compassionate
- Light Housekeeping
- Assisting With Personal Grooming
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting Patients
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital sign monitoring
- IV insertion
- Specimen collection
- Patient motivation and encouragement
- Multitasking Abilities
- CPR certification
Timeline
Student Nurse Technician
University Medical Center New Orleans
05.2024 - 07.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Affinity Nursing & Rehab
06.2020 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Development Disability Management Services
12.2019 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
07.2019 - 11.2019
Home Health Aide
Always Best Care
02.2019 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Opelousas Senior High School
Bachelor of Science -
Southern University And A & M College
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