Experienced with administering patient care in diverse settings, focusing on delivering personalized health services. Utilizes clinical skills to monitor patient conditions and implement effective care plans. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient communication to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Overview
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1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Precision Healthcare
10.2020 - Current
-Assist patients with daily activities (bathing dressing, grooming, eating, toileting)
-Help with mobility and transfers (e.g., moving patients from beds to wheelchairs)
-Monitor and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood, pressure, respiration)
-Report on changes in patient condition to nursing staff
-Support patient comfort and emotional well-being
-Assist with medical procedures under nurse supervision
-Keep rooms and equipment clean and sanitized
-Collect specimens (urine, stool) for testing
-Apply non-sterile dressings or assist with wound care
-Follow infection control and safety procedures
-Record patient intake/output and daily care activities
-Communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare teams
-Ensure proper documentation in patient records or charts
Direct Care Professional
North Mississippi Regional Center
01.2008 - 01.2011
-Assisted clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating
-Supported mobility needs, including transfers, walking, or wheelchair use
-Administered medication (depending on state regulations and training)
-Provided companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
-Implemented individualized care or behavior support
-Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques when necessary
-Helped with light housekeeping (laundry, cleaning, organizing)
-Prepared or assisted with meal planning and cooking
-Monitored and supported nutrition and dietary needs