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Leah Jones

Chalmette,LA

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience in patient care and vital signs monitoring, notably at Chateau Notre Dame. Demonstrates a strong ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and efficient, empathetic support. Proven track record in improving patient safety and comfort, backed by a solid foundation in HIPAA compliance and bedside manner.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Chateau Notre Dame
02.2024 - 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • 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.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • 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.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

MHT/CNA

Oceans Behavorial Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

PCT/CNA

Ochsner Medical Center
06.2020 - 11.2022
  • 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.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • 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.
  • 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.

CNA

Colonial Oaks Nursing Home
06.2018 - 09.2020

Vitals

Adls

Monitoring Patients.

Providing genuine care.

CNA

Chateau Living Center
03.2017 - 06.2018

ADLS

Vitals

Patient care/ Monitoring.

CNA

Ferncrest Manor Living Center
06.2016 - 12.2017

CNA

Wynhoven Healthcare Center
01.2012 - 06.2016

Education

Diploma -

O. Perry Walker High School

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient Transfers
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Safety Precautions
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient Lifting
  • End of life care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Patient relationship building
  • Inpatient Care
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Specimen Collection
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Patient Management
  • Valid State driver's license
  • Observing responses
  • Preparing meals
  • Reliable transportation
  • Medical Records Management
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Outpatient Care
  • Pediatric Care
  • CNA Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Vital signs
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • CPR/AED
  • Patient Care Quality
  • Catheter Care
  • Patient Positioning
  • Patient Observation
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Emotional Support
  • Client documentation
  • First Aid Certification
  • Infection Control
  • Medical Terminology
  • Behavior redirection
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Bedsore Prevention

Certification

CPI

CPR

BLS

CNA

Timeline

CNA

Chateau Notre Dame
02.2024 - Current

MHT/CNA

Oceans Behavorial Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2024

PCT/CNA

Ochsner Medical Center
06.2020 - 11.2022

CNA

Colonial Oaks Nursing Home
06.2018 - 09.2020

CNA

Chateau Living Center
03.2017 - 06.2018

CNA

Ferncrest Manor Living Center
06.2016 - 12.2017

CNA

Wynhoven Healthcare Center
01.2012 - 06.2016

Diploma -

O. Perry Walker High School
Leah Jones