Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Sinking spring nursing and rehab
Reading, PA
02.2023 - 01.2024
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Performed clerical duties such as answering phones when required.
Facilitated group recreational activities promoting social interaction among residents.
Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices.
Assisted in the admission, transfer, or discharge process of patients within the facility.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols to protect both patients and staff.
Provided post-operative care to promote healing and prevent complications.
Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through regular repositioning of immobile patients.
Ensured proper body alignment while assisting with positioning or transferring patients.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Performed routine tasks such as feeding, toileting, and ambulation assistance.
Utilized effective communication skills with patients, families, and team members.
Assisted nurses with wound care and dressing changes.
Documented patient care and progress in medical charts.
Administered medication under nurse supervision, ensuring proper dosage.
Assisted patients with daily activities, including bathing and dressing.
Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illnesses or terminal diagnoses.
Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens or tidying up rooms after a long day of travel.