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Cooking, Doing Hair And Cleaning
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Kaneshia Chatman

Galveston,Texas

Summary

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. Energetic Nurse Aide with 10 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in 10 and 10.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nursing Assistant

NAG Clinics
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
  • 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
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
  • 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
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
  • Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration

Home Health Provider

A*Med Home Health
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks
  • Assisted with end-of-life care
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs
  • Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries
  • Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations

Education

Some College (No Degree) - NA

Ser Jobs
Galveston, TX

Skills

  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Community Activities
  • Grooming and Bathing Assistance
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Patient Care and Safety
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Collecting Specimens

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Affiliations

  • Society of Human Resource Management
  • Society of Women Engineers
  • Lions Club
  • APICS – Association for Supply Chain Management
  • Freemason
  • Toastmasters

Certification

  • BLS - Basic Life Support
  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
  • [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]

Cooking, Doing Hair And Cleaning

I Have Been Cooking  And Doing Hair Since I Was A Teenager, Everyone Used To Come To Me To Get Thier Hair Done And My Aunt And Grandmother Taught Me How To Cook.

Additional Information

Im A Hard Worker And Love Learning New Skills. I Currently Work For McDonald's Restaurant As A Crew Trainer Teaching Young Kids How To Work The Grill And Fryers. I Also Teach Them How To Work The Cash Register And The Kiosk Machine.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

NAG Clinics
12.2023 - 12.2024

Home Health Provider

A*Med Home Health
11.2023 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - NA

Ser Jobs

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