JONATHAN BRISTOL
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant of 5 years + bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
William Fox Developmental Center
03.2024 - Current
- Assess Vital signs, provide pre-and-post operative care
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- 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.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
- Provided psychoeducation to patients and families, fostering understanding of mental health issues and coping strategies.
CNA
NURSESPRING
03.2017 - Current
- Assess vital signs, and provide pre-and post-operative care
- Assist approximately twelve patients each shift with activities of daily living; ensure they are on time all meals and activities
- Establish rapport with team members, residents, and families
- Received a monetary gift for having work the most hours for this company during the year
CNA
William Fox Developmental Center
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Assess vital signs, and provide pre-and post-operative care
- Assist patients with daily living activities
- Establish rapport with team members, residents, and families
CNA
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Assess vital signs, and provide pre-and post-operative care
- Assist approximately twelve patients each shift with activities of daily living; ensure they are on time for all meals and activities
- Establish rapport with team members, residents, and families
- Received a monetary gift for having work the most hours for this company during the year
PCT
ST. Anthony’s Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2021
- Providing quality patient care that includes emotional support and guidance
- Obtain specimens, conduct tests, and record results
- Check blood pressure, heart rate and pulse on a regular basis
- Monitor patient condition and provide updates to care team
- Monitor patients’ food and liquid intake
- Escort patients to X-ray and other diagnostic imaging processes
CNA
BAYPOINTE PAVILION
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Helped residents with daily hygiene, including showering, oral care, and incontinence care
- Maintained a clean, orderly, and well-stocked environment
- While collaborating with this company, I achieve three out of five Share pins the most in the building
CNA
UTOPIA
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted patients with activities for daily living such as: bathing, grooming, and meals
- Transferred patients from bed to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds, ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Charted daily information on the patients such as mobility activity, and daily inputs and outputs
Education
Associate in Science, Nursing -
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL12.2020
Skills
- Proficient in-patient care
- Basic administrative record keeping
- Empathetic and compassionate care
- Knowledgeable in medical terminology
- HIPAA and patient privacy
- Ambulating residents using a transfer/gait belt
- Medication administration
- Observation skills for marking the patient's mental and physical health
- Knowledgeable with working with patients with mental illness
- Having compassion and empathy for patients and families
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Lake City, FL, 07/2014
- Certified Customer Service Specialist, St. Petersburg, FL, 09/2000
- Patient Care Technician, ST. Petersburg, FL, 04/2018
- Certified Medication Technician, ST. Petersburg, FL, 06/2018
Timeline
CNA
William Fox Developmental Center
03.2024 - Current
CNA
William Fox Developmental Center
11.2022 - 05.2023
CNA
Accountable Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - 07.2022
CNA
BAYPOINTE PAVILION
10.2018 - 01.2020
PCT
ST. Anthony’s Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2021
CNA
NURSESPRING
03.2017 - Current
CNA
UTOPIA
08.2016 - 01.2018
Associate in Science, Nursing -
St. Petersburg College