Certified Nursing Assistant providing direct care for 10+ residents per shift across long-term care and assisted living settings. Delivers vital signs monitoring, ADL support, and safe transfers while maintaining patient comfort, hygiene, and dignity. Documents intake, output, and care updates accurately to support nursing staff and timely escalation.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Months
Monarch Health Care Family | 08.2026 - Current
Document 10-12% of patient updates during each shift to support accurate handoff communication.
Monitor vital signs and report changes promptly to nursing staff.
Support patients with bathing, dressing, and toileting while preserving dignity and privacy.
Follow infection prevention protocols during routine patient care and room maintenance.
Prepare patients for appointments and coordinate intake details with the care team.
Help reposition patients and maintain safe transfer techniques to reduce strain and discomfort.
Record patient observations clearly in electronic charts for continuity of care.
Maintain clean and organized patient spaces to support comfort and readiness.
Communicate patient needs and concerns to nurses using clear, respectful updates.
Assist with catheter care tasks according to established care instructions and safety practices.
Observe patient appetite, hydration, and general condition during routine care rounds.
Arrange schedules and priorities to support timely completion of assigned care duties.
Reinforce patient comfort by responding calmly to routine requests and changes in condition.
Support medication administration tasks by following directions from licensed nursing staff.
Use medical terminology appropriately when communicating basic patient status and care needs.
Licensed Certified Nurse Aide
3 Years 9 Months
Legacy HealthCare | 01.2023 - Current
Complete 12 care tasks per shift while maintaining reliable support for feeding, hygiene, and patient repositioning.
Support 5 patients served daily with bedside care, comfort measures, and mobility assistance.
Measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen level, weight, and temperature.
Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding while documenting food and liquid intake.
Respond to patient call buttons promptly and alert nurses when emergency needs arise.
Reposition patients, change bedding, and place water or personal items within easy reach to support comfort and safety.
Gather medical supplies and assist with transfers between beds, chairs, wheelchairs, stretchers, and examination tables.
Certified Nursing Assistant
4 Years 3 Months
Arden Homes | 07.2022 - Current
Document patient care details accurately in electronic health records to support continuity of care.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop personalized care plans and align daily support with resident needs.
Provide mobility assistance and patient care support while following infection prevention protocols.
Assist with resident intake and appointment scheduling while using clear communication and medical terminology.
Direct Support Professional
2 Years 7 Months
Arts and Humanities Research Council(AHRC) | 01.2023 - 08.2025
Assisted with hygiene, grooming, feeding, toileting, and ambulation to support client comfort and dignity.
Monitored client conditions and reported changes in health or family situations to supervisors and administrators.
Documented services provided and supported care coordination through appointment scheduling and transportation assistance.
Prepared meals, grocery shopped, served food, and completed cleanup to maintain daily household routines.
Handled light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning while encouraging self-help activities and positive relationships.
CNA
2 Months
Margaret Tietz | 08.2023 - 10.2023
Supported bedridden patients by turning and repositioning them throughout the day.
Monitored dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to support appropriate meal service.
Recorded intake, output, and vital signs, then reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Collected condition updates from physicians, caregivers, and nurses to stay aligned on care plans.
Maintained patient hygiene and comfort while following infection prevention protocols.
Licensed Certified Nurse Aide
2 Months
Carefree Living Silver Bay | 01.2023 - 03.2023
Administered oral, topical, and insulin medications while following prescribed care routines.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen level, weight, and temperature.
Assisted patients with showering, dressing, incontinence care, repositioning, and other daily living needs.
Fed patients, documented food and fluid intake, and passed trays in a clean, orderly environment.
Responded to call buttons promptly and alerted nurses to emergency needs or changes in condition.
Maintained patient comfort by changing bedding, refilling water jugs, and keeping essentials within reach.
Supported a 30-unit facility with only two staff members while staying organized and attentive.
Licensed Certified Nurse Aide
2 Months
Benedictine Living Community Duluth Community | 01.2023 - 03.2023
Provided 10-12 patients served per shift with bathing, toileting, feeding, and grooming support.
Supported patients with bathing, toileting, feeding, and grooming under RN and LPN direction.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient wellbeing to clinical staff.
Provided emotional support while assisting patients with equipment and daily movement needs.
Followed infection control protocols and maintained a clean, safe care environment.
Completed light housekeeping tasks to support resident comfort and unit cleanliness.
Volunteer Home Health Aide
1 Year 6 Months
Staten Island University Hospital | 08.2020 - 02.2022
Prepared and served meals, snacks, and groceries while following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards.
Assisted patients with canes, walkers, utensils, and personal hygiene techniques to support safer daily independence.
Recorded patient updates in journals and notified the nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions.
Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following asepsis standards, security precautions, and home care procedures.
Applied interpersonal skills, time management, adaptability, and organization to handle errands, laundry, and patient support consistently.
Home Helper Certified Home Health Aide
3 Months
Stella Orton Home Care | 07.2017 - 10.2017
Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, and physical therapy exercises to support safe movement at home.
Administered simple prescribed medications and followed infection prevention protocols during home visits.
Documented care provided in patient records and communicated updates to support continuity of care.
Transported and accompanied patients to doctor appointments and hospital visits, maintaining reliability throughout each trip.
Completed housekeeping, laundry, shopping, meal preparation, and companionship tasks to maintain a comfortable home environment.
Human Resources Assistant at the Records Management Section
3 Months
United Nations Mission in Liberia | 07.2017 - 10.2017
Sorted and stocked records in line with the United Nations record management system.
Retrieved classified documents upon request while maintaining controlled access and document accuracy.
Supervised daily archive workers to keep workflow efficient and task completion consistent.
Administrative Assistant at the Security Sector & Support Unit
1 Year 2 Months
United Nations Mission in Liberia | 04.2016 - 06.2017
Managed workshop and conference expenses, prepared expense reports, and tracked purchasing for supplies.
Handled training logistics, including stationery procurement, room setup, accommodation arrangements, and meal coordination.
Prepared workshop materials and supplies, keeping sessions organized and ready for participants.
Maintained organized records for expenditures and administrative follow-up across training activities.
Provided dependable administrative support across event planning, stakeholder coordination, and office operations.
Administrative Assistant at the Capacity Building & Mentoring Sector
11 Months
United Nations Mission in Liberia | 04.2015 - 03.2016
Supported budget preparation and workshop planning for internal and external training and mentoring programs.
Liaised with national counterparts and facilitators to finalize and reproduce training manuals for workshop use.
Arranged security clearance for vehicles and coordinated accommodation for facilitators, participants, and staff.
Volunteer Nurse Aid
3 Years
Liberia National Red Cross Society | 10.1991 - 10.1994
Recorded patient symptoms and condition changes accurately to support timely updates for clinical staff.
Provided wound care and basic mobility support while following infection prevention protocols.
Disposed of medical waste properly and maintained a clean, safe care environment.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Institute of Career Continuity | New York, NY
Certificate - NHA
Phoenix Nurse Aide Training Center | Bronx, NY
Certificate & High School Diploma
West African Examination Council, Julie C. Emery Hall Bromley Mission High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
North Hennepin Community College | Minneapolis, MN
Skills
Patient care assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Activities of daily living assistance
Mobility assistance
Infection prevention protocols
Medication administration
Certification
Certificate, Phlebotomy, Institute of Career Continuity, New York NY