Lillian Cochran
Platte City,MO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with experience at Care Initiatives, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective time management. Achieved improved patient mobility and independence by implementing restorative techniques and maintaining thorough documentation of progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Care Initiatives
06.2012 - 11.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet 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.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Restorative Certified Nurse's Aide
Care Initiatives
06.2012 - 11.2021
- Assisted patients in development of eating, dressing and grooming skills.
- Administered variety of therapeutic treatments to patients such as range of motion, progressive mobility exercises and speech therapy.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
- Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
High School Diploma -
Panora Lindon High
Panora, IA05-1977
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
CNA
Care Initiatives
06.2012 - 11.2021
Restorative Certified Nurse's Aide
Care Initiatives
06.2012 - 11.2021
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
High School Diploma -
Panora Lindon High
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