Laura Cory
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
I'm a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care. I have excelled in delivering compassionate care, improving patient satisfaction, and implementing effective care plans. I am personable and compassionate with a natural ability to connect with patients and provide high-quality care. I have developed strong patient care skills in fast-paced healthcare environments, demonstrating my excellent communication skills and teamwork abilities. I am focused on delivering compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity at all times.
I have knowledge of basic medical terminology, basic medical procedures, patient care techniques, combined with proficiently taking, recording and monitoring vital signs.
My coworkers know me as being reliable, with adaptability in dynamic or stressful healthcare environments/situations. I have strong and effective communication skills, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes. I have a caring and supportive nature, and am ready to thrive in any healthcare setting.
I am eager to learn and grow and am ready to use and develop my strong communication and patient care skills in a new role within the healthcare system. I am looking forward to transition into a new field, leveraging my transferrable skills to contribute meaningfully to your team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy
01.2025 - Current
- Provided quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Provided support in daily living tasks to promote patient comfort.
- Conducted linen changes and proper waste disposal to maintain hygiene standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Reduced occurrence of pressure ulcers through consistent turning/repositioning and thorough skin assessments.
- Promptly responded to call lights and reported any change in patient condition to the charge nurse.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Applied active listening techniques and empathy to foster trust and understanding among patients.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Provided empathetic care, enhancing patient-family relationships during critical times.
- Acted as a patient advocate for their needs during shift transitions.
- Participated in group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Tailored care methods to deliver inclusive and adaptive healthcare solutions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Facilitated patient learning to promote proactive health management.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Provided individualized, empathetic care to enhance patient comfort during daily routines.
- Delivered emotional support for patients and families.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helga Baldwin/Carol Baldwin (home Healthcare)
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted client with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting/changing brief to preserve dignity.
- Ensured continuity of care by providing on-site health services at client's home.
- Encouraged a supportive atmosphere for client and family during challenging periods, enhancing emotional well-being.
- Trained family members in caregiving techniques to ensure seamless care continuity between shifts.
- Communicated regularly with clients' family to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped client with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Supported the family through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Optimized well-being with the strategic use of massages and ointments.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
Noval Senior Care
04.2023 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance their independence, comfort, and quality of life.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Recorded fluid intake and output to ensure optimal patient care.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Maintained accurate records to support effective communication across the healthcare team.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Facilitated emotional well-being by promoting positivity during challenging times for patients and their families.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Eased tension and discomfort with effective therapeutic techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Joan Shock/Jay Marsh (home Healthcare)
02.2022 - 11.2024
- Established open channels of communication and strengthened bonds with Joan and her family.
- Handled unforeseen challenges by executing quick and impactful responses.
- Facilitated daily physical activities to enhance her mobility.
- Supported Joan's emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
- Facilitated secure movement within the home while promoting self-reliance.
- Managed her medication distribution processes to align with established dosages and timelines.
- Monitored her vital signs to identify and address abnormalities immediately.
- Visited Joan's home to deliver comprehensive healthcare services.
- Fostered positive interactions through meaningful conversations and activities.
- Supported the well-being of Joan by offering personalized aid.
- Enhanced Joan's comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Advocated for Joan's needs within the healthcare system, ensuring they received appropriate services and resources.
- Developed individual care plans for Joan based on her specific needs.
- Communicated regularly with Joan's family to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Eventually, I assisted with Joan's end-of-life care.
- Educated family members on the best practices for supporting Joan during hospice care, empowering them to be active participants in the caregiving process.
- Recognizing signs of emotional distress in both Joan and her family members, I provided appropriate resources and referrals to address their needs during the challenging time.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to both the family and the hospice nurse promptly,
- I focused on improving Joan's comfort level through compassionate and meticulous care in her home.
- I gave personal hygiene assistance, to uphold Joan's dignity and respect for her throughout her end-of-life journey.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Education
EMT/Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Oklahoma State University - OKC
Oklahoma City, OK12.2013
Skills
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Reliable team player
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate
- Bedside manner
- Electronic charting
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
- Companionship and emotional support
- Healthcare ethics
- Patient relationship building
- Maintaining privacy
- Complex Problem-solving
- Care plan implementation
- Medical records management
- Vital sign recording
- Quick problem solver
- CNA certification
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Wilshire Skilled Nursing and Therapy
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helga Baldwin/Carol Baldwin (home Healthcare)
08.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
Noval Senior Care
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Joan Shock/Jay Marsh (home Healthcare)
02.2022 - 11.2024
EMT/Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Oklahoma State University - OKC
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