Leshia Creech
De Berry,United States
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member , offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adaptable at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Caring CMA/CNA with 20+-year background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in the healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. Established rapport of reliability and creating positive relationships with patients, family and staff. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in the healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner along with excellent time-management skills that addresses patients requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in activity of daily living and personal hygiene support. Looking to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges that utilizes interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated medical professional with a history of meeting and excelling at company goals with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide /Certified Nursing Assistant
Marshall Manor Nursing And Rehab
Marshall, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Kept detailed records of nursing assessments, administered treatments and medication, discharge procedures and follow-up care needs.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Certified Medication Aide /Staffing Coordinator
Briarcliff Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Carthage , TX
03.2014 - 06.2020
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 96-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Carthage HealthcareCenter
Carthage, TX
07.2007 - 03.2014
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing
Education
Study For LVN Classes - Nursing Education
Panola College
Carthage, TX05.2023
Certified Medication - Nursing Administration
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX05.2006
GED -
Kimichi Vo-Tech
Durant, OK05.1996
Certified Medication Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide - Nursing Education
Kimichi Vo-Tech
Durant, OK05.1996
Skills
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Feeding Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Observation Documentation
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Vital Signs Collection
- Catheter Care
- Time Management
- EMR Updating
- Patient Positioning
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide /Certified Nursing Assistant
Marshall Manor Nursing And Rehab
07.2020 - Current
Certified Medication Aide /Staffing Coordinator
Briarcliff Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2014 - 06.2020
Certified Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Carthage HealthcareCenter
07.2007 - 03.2014
Study For LVN Classes - Nursing Education
Panola College
Certified Medication - Nursing Administration
Kilgore College
GED -
Kimichi Vo-Tech
Certified Medication Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide - Nursing Education
Kimichi Vo-Tech
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
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