Kenya Longwood
Ocala,FL
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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Watercrest Senior Living Group
The Villages, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or serger.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Nursing Assistant
The Willows Assisted Living and Memory Care
The Villages, FL
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Private Caregiver
Fayen Family
The Villages, FL
10.2014 - 10.2022
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises designed by a physical therapist or occupational therapist.
- Provided mental stimulation through games, puzzles and other activities designed for cognitive development.
- Kept accurate records of all tasks completed during shifts including start and end times and notes about client interactions.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Private Caregiver
Dooraban Family
Clermont, FL
01.2011 - 09.2014
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to elderly clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on errands or outings.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Developed individualized care plans for each client based on their needs and preferences.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Maintained records of client care services provided including changes in condition or treatment plan.
- Attended continuing education classes to stay current with best practices in the field of private caregiving.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Charter Academy High School
Belle Isle, FL10-2023
Skills
- Patient Relations
- Condition Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Safety Precautions
- Dressing assistance
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Patient Management
- Feeding Assistance
- Reliable team player
- Toileting assistance
- Intake recording
- Healthcare ethics
- Calm and level-headed under duress
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Watercrest Senior Living Group
06.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
The Willows Assisted Living and Memory Care
11.2022 - 05.2024
Private Caregiver
Fayen Family
10.2014 - 10.2022
Private Caregiver
Dooraban Family
01.2011 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Charter Academy High School
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