Jo Ann Fox
Highpoint ,NC
Summary
Diligent Healthcare professional proficient in administering scheduled medications to over [Number] patients per day. Accustomed to closely monitoring vital signs and quickly addressing medication side effects. Adept at diligently reporting adverse reactions and allergies with timely remediation. Organized and efficient with over [Number] years of industry experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA
Central Carolina Surgery Center
Greensboro, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
CMA/CNA
MNH Surgical Center
Maitland , FL
01.2008 - 12.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
CNA /NURSE TECH
Cone Health System
Greensbor, NC
03.2013 - 02.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Bethune - Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FLHigh School Diploma -
Crockett Technical Highschool
Detroit, MI06.1999
Skills
- Bedsore Prevention
- Fluid Measurement
- Vital Signs Collection
- Linen Replacements
- Emotional and Social Support
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Time Management
- Care Monitoring
- Laboratory Testing
- Catheter Care
- CNA Certification
- Wound Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Medical Terminology
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Heavy Lifting
- Biohazard Disposal
- Emergency Response
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Timeline
CMA
Central Carolina Surgery Center
02.2022 - Current
CNA /NURSE TECH
Cone Health System
03.2013 - 02.2022
CMA/CNA
MNH Surgical Center
01.2008 - 12.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Bethune - Cookman University
High School Diploma -
Crockett Technical Highschool