Jessica schramm
Basom
Summary
Dedicated CNA with experience at NYS Veterans Home, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated compassion and attention to detail while enhancing resident well-being and dignity. Proven ability to collaborate with teams and maintain HIPAA compliance, ensuring high-quality support and safety in caregiving environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
NYS Veterans Home
Batavia, NY
12.2008 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance resident well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident environments to prevent hazards.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge of best practices in caregiving.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
Batavia, NY06-2006
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- End-of-life care
- Patient transfers
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
Timeline
CNA
NYS Veterans Home
12.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School