Edwrett Johnson
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Seasoned Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Christian Northeast Hospital, showcasing exceptional patient care and leadership skills. Leveraged expertise in HIPAA compliance and vital signs monitoring to enhance patient satisfaction and safety. Demonstrates a strong ability to adapt to diverse healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and efficient medical support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Christian Northeast Hospital
St. Louis, MO
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair, or stretcher, as needed.
- Deliver procedural nursing care for patient care; execute medical transcriptions, document, and transmit reports to the RN or physician's orders.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
LRS Healthcare
Lake Mills, IA
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted in providing personal care to elderly patients, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship to patients by listening and engaging in conversation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's condition on a daily basis.
- Reported changes in patient's behavior or physical condition to supervisor promptly.
- Assisted in transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or strher safely.
- Prepared meals for patients following dietary restrictions set forth by physicians.
- Utilized appropriate infection control measures when interacting with multiple patients.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to both patients and families.
- Attended continuing education classes related to nursing assistant duties.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Mother of Good Counsel Home
St. Louis, MO
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Bluffs
Columbia, MO
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Company Overview: Provides the retirement community with short-stay rehab, respite, secure memory care, and long-term care.
- Provide nursing assistance to residents in a 132-bed facility.
- Demonstrated effective team collaboration, patient relations, and consistent delivery of empathetic care.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare while accommodating the residents based on their individual needs.
- Preserve residents' dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as toileting and removing waste from drainage bags.
- Provides the retirement community with short-stay rehab, respite, secure memory care, and long-term care.
Education
Bachelor's - Social and Behavioral Science
Moberly Area Community College
Columbia, MO01.2017
Associate of Arts -
St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO01.2014
Certification in Nursing -
South County Tech
St. Louis, MO01.2009
Skills
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Home Care
- Senior Care
- Meal Preparation
- Vital Signs
- HIPAA
- Caregiving
- Hospital experience
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Medical records
- Hospice care
- DATA ENTRY
- CNA
- CNA certified
- Home health
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- HHA
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Records management
- Specimen collection and processing
- Assembly
- Documentation review
- Medical terminology
- Epic
- Microsoft Office
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer skills
- Medical office experience
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Phone etiquette
- Medical receptionist
- ADL support
- Vitals documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bed preparation
- Infection prevention
- High level of autonomy
- Infection control standards
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Adaptable
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Restocking supplies
Additionalinformation - Areasofexpertise
- In-Home Care
- Nursing Homes
- Vital Signs and Patient Monitoring
- Privacy/HIPAA Regulation
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Care & Safety
- Reporting
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Patient Advocacy and Support
- Customer Satisfaction
- Problem Solving
- Quick Learner
- Self Starter
- Organized Skills set
- Strong Communication Skills
- Data Entry
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 09/01/09, Present, MO, IA, IL
- BLS/CPR, 07/01/23, 07/31/25
Assessments
- Home health aide skills, Proficient, 08/01/20
- Administrative support professional fit, Completed, 08/01/20
- Written communication, Proficient, 06/01/18
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Christian Northeast Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2022
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
LRS Healthcare
02.2021 - 07.2021
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Mother of Good Counsel Home
09.2020 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Bluffs
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 09/01/09, Present, MO, IA, IL
- BLS/CPR, 07/01/23, 07/31/25
Bachelor's - Social and Behavioral Science
Moberly Area Community College
Associate of Arts -
St. Louis Community College
Certification in Nursing -
South County Tech
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