Kusania Willams
CNA
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Approachable Hospice Aide dedicated to offering compassionate and sensitive companionship to patients and families. Experienced in leveraging tact, discretion, and professionalism when addressing end-of-life situations. Offering exemplary organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Pennsylvania-Certified nursing assistant bringing 17 years of experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Aide
Holisticare Hospice LLC
Berwyn, PA
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members
- Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
CNA
ManorCare Of Devon
Devon, PA
09.2006 - 11.2016
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
CNA
Ridgecrest Nursing Home
Feasterville, PA
01.2004 - 09.2006
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
Education
High School Diploma -
Simon Gratz High School
Philadelphia, PA06.1993
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL's)
- Acute Care
- Supporting personal needs
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient-focused care
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Holisticare Hospice LLC
11.2016 - Current
CNA
ManorCare Of Devon
09.2006 - 11.2016
CNA
Ridgecrest Nursing Home
01.2004 - 09.2006
High School Diploma -
Simon Gratz High School
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Community College of Philadelphia
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