JoEllen Maxam
Kalamazoo
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alamo Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Alamo
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medilodge Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
Certification - Nursing Assistant
CNA Online
Marshall, MI09-2023
Skills
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Documenting behaviors
- Vital sign recording
- Strong patient relations
- Bathing assistance
- Patient management
- Reliable team player
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alamo Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medilodge Of Kalamazoo
10.2023 - 06.2024
Certification - Nursing Assistant
CNA Online