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Kendra Jones

Elmira,NY

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel CNA

allshifts
Newark, NJ
03.2022 - Current
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately
  • ventilation certified

Travel CNA

highland staffing
Rochester, Ny
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.

Travel CNA

Livestrong staffing
Perry, NY
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.

Cna

Livingston County CNR
Mt. Morris, NY
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA profession.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.

Education

Certified Nurses Aid - Cna

Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY
02-2019

High School Diploma -

Mount Morris Middle/Senior High School
Mount Morris, NY
06-2007

Associate of Science - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Geriatric Care
  • hospice care
  • Catheter Care
  • Colostomy Care
  • Pressure Ulcer Prevention
  • Grooming assistance
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Skin integrity maintenance
  • Ethical behavior
  • Biohazard Disposal
  • Patient Relations
  • CNA Certification
  • Electronic Charting
  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Toileting assistance
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Assisting with personal grooming
  • Quick problem solver
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Respiratory equipment training

Certification

  • Kendra Nikole Jones cna certification number: NY000434592E

Timeline

Travel CNA

allshifts
03.2022 - Current

Travel CNA

highland staffing
03.2022 - 02.2023

Travel CNA

Livestrong staffing
03.2021 - 01.2022

Cna

Livingston County CNR
06.2019 - 01.2021

Certified Nurses Aid - Cna

Finger Lakes Community College

High School Diploma -

Mount Morris Middle/Senior High School

Associate of Science - Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University

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