Louna Alfred
Miami
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients, and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Villa Maria Nursing Center
1050 Ne 125 St North Miami Fl 33161
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient health status.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans effectively.
- Trained new nursing assistants on best practices and safety protocols.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Nursing Assistant
Accessible Home Health Care of Aventure
15251 Ne 18th Ave #9 North Miami Beach, FL 33162
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Led initiatives to enhance infection control measures within the facility.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
HHA - Home Health Aide
L&I Health Care Agency
Miami, FL
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Private duty & Nursing Home's
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Provide mobility assistance, including transferring from bed to wheelchair, ambulation, and repositioning to prevent bedsores.
- Monitor and document medication adherence and report any issues to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Engage in conversation and activities that stimulate cognitive function, such as puzzles, reading, and memory exercises. Provide emotional support and reassurance to alleviate anxiety and confusion.
- Ensure a safe living environment by removing hazards and using safety equipment as necessary.
- Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation. Assist with grocery shopping and running errands.
- Observe and document residents' conditions, including physical and emotional well-being.
- Ensure residents are comfortable by regularly changing bed linens and repositioning them to prevent bedsores.
- Communicate effectively with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to the development and updating of residents' care plans.
HHA - Home Health Aide
A Better Choice Home Health Care Services
Lauderhill, FL
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Helping clients take prescribed medications at the correct times.
- Observing and reporting changes in the client's condition to healthcare professionals or family members.
- Planning and preparing nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Performing light housekeeping tasks to ensure a clean and safe living environment.
- Helping clients move safely around their home, including transferring from bed to wheelchair, walking, and positioning.
- Providing emotional support and companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
- Accompanying clients to medical appointments, social outings, or running errands.
- Keeping accurate records of the client's health status, care provided, and any changes in their condition.
HHA - Home Health Aide
Century Village - Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines, FL
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Assisted Living Facility
- Assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Helping residents with mobility issues, including transferring between beds and chairs, and providing assistance with walking or using mobility aids.
- Providing reminders to residents to take their medications as prescribed by their healthcare providers.
- Observing and reporting changes in residents' health status to the nursing staff or healthcare team members.
- Assisting with meal preparation, feeding residents who require help, and ensuring dietary requirements are met.
- Performing light housekeeping tasks in residents' rooms and common areas to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
- Developing empathy and compassion for residents, offering emotional support, and promoting a caring and respectful environment.
- Communicating effectively with residents and their families, as well as with other healthcare team members, both verbally and in writing. This includes documenting care provided and any observations of changes in residents' conditions.
- Collaborating with nurses, doctors, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and support for residents.
- Adhering to safety protocols and healthcare regulations to maintain a safe and secure environment for residents and staff.
HHA - Home Health Aide
Advocate In-Home Care
Lauderhill, FL
10.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked at NSMC for Heartland Hospice "Palliative Care Unit"
- Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Help with mobility, including transferring patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa.
- Ensure patient comfort by adjusting pillows, blankets, and other personal items.
- Help with feeding and hydration, ensuring patients receive adequate nutrition.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Listen to patients' concerns and communicate them to the healthcare team.
- Help with non-pharmacological interventions like massage, aromatherapy, or guided relaxation.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Nursing Assistant
FTC Training Center
Oakland Park, FL06-2024
Certificate of Completion - Home Health Aide
Sunshine Training Center
North Miami Beach, FL05-2015
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Light Housekeeping
- EMR / EHR
- Medical Terminology
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- HHA - Home Health Aide
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Languages
English - Native or Bilingual
Creole - Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Villa Maria Nursing Center
04.2025 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Accessible Home Health Care of Aventure
07.2024 - 04.2025
HHA - Home Health Aide
L&I Health Care Agency
05.2023 - 10.2023
HHA - Home Health Aide
A Better Choice Home Health Care Services
02.2021 - 11.2022
HHA - Home Health Aide
Advocate In-Home Care
10.2018 - 08.2020
HHA - Home Health Aide
Century Village - Pembroke Pines
03.2018 - 12.2020
Certificate of Completion - Home Health Aide
Sunshine Training Center
Certificate of Completion - Nursing Assistant
FTC Training Center