Lauren Sheldon
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Compassionate and certified nursing assistant with 10 years of experience, demonstrating a strong commitment to serving the medical and personal needs of patients. Highly focused on delivering exceptional care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, ensuring their well-being and satisfaction with facility services. Dedicated professional prioritizing patient safety above all else, while maintaining an outstanding bedside manner. Known for kindness, energy, and dedication to providing high-quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Private Caregiver
Kaitlin Pinson
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
CNA
Jennie Stuart Health
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
CNA
The Hearth At Franklin
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Education
CNA License -
Tennessee Health Careers
Clarksville, TN04.2013
High School Diploma -
Hopkinsville High School
Hopkinsville, KY05.2010
Skills
- Compassionate Client Care
- Client Documentation
- Decision Making
- CPR Certification
- Supportive Personality
- Attentive to People
- Personal Service
- Clear Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Ambulation
- Ability to Lift
- Bedside Care
- Relationship Building
- Caring Companionship
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient care
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
Timeline
CNA
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Private Caregiver
Kaitlin Pinson
03.2021 - 12.2022
CNA
Jennie Stuart Health
06.2019 - 05.2020
CNA
The Hearth At Franklin
04.2018 - 05.2020
CNA
Morning Pointe Assisted Living
06.2017 - 06.2018
CNA License -
Tennessee Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Hopkinsville High School
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