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Joyce Griffin

Austin,TX

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Springs And Rehabilitation Center
Cedar Park, TX
10.2019 - Current
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • 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.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Maintained standards for individualized care in 15-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care

Certified Nursing Assistant

Silverado Memory Care
Bee Cave, TX
05.2016 - 11.2019
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained standards for individualized care in 20-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care

Direct Care Worker

All For One Service
Austin, TX
03.2011 - 08.2016
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookdale
Lakeway, TX
03.2011 - 07.2013
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for 20 patient rooms.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • 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

Education

High School Diploma -

Austin High School
Austin, TX
05.1998

Skills

  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Observation Documentation
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Catheter Care
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Springs And Rehabilitation Center
10.2019 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Silverado Memory Care
05.2016 - 11.2019

Direct Care Worker

All For One Service
03.2011 - 08.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookdale
03.2011 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Austin High School

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