Joyce Gardner
East Hartford,CT
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Care Plus More
08.2018 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
A Caring Hands, LLC
09.2014 - 05.2018
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
CNA -
Georgia Nurse Aide
1865 E Gate Dr. Stone Mountain, GA06.2014
Achimota College
Achimota Accra09.1990
Accra High Girls School
Accra, Ghana09.1985
Skills
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Patient Safety Management
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Light Housekeeping
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Bathing and Dressing
- Oral Hygiene
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Bed Transfers
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Monitoring Fluids
- Meal Planning
- Trustworthy Companion
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Care Plus More
08.2018 - Current
CNA
A Caring Hands, LLC
09.2014 - 05.2018
CNA -
Georgia Nurse Aide
Achimota College
Accra High Girls School