Lucille-Rose Heath
Richmond,ME
Summary
Experienced CNA with nearly 5 years of dedicated service. Obtained CRMA certification 2 years ago and completed the required class, although not currently practicing in that capacity. Specializes in providing high-quality care to elderly individuals, particularly those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Possesses strong skills to provide high quality care to elderly people, specializing in those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Enjoys working as a part of a dedicated team of employees, but also works well alone. Interested in joining a well established organization in a position engaging closely with others. Additionally Interested in expanding career options and sees it as a great way to expand knowledge, skills, and experience. Currently enrolled in the nursing program at KVCC for the fall of 2024.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Produce Associate
Hannaford
Gardiner, ME
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Restocked produce and removed expired or damaged merchandise.
- Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing all work surfaces and equipment.
- Prepared cut vegetables and fruits and packaged for purchase.
- Examined grocery products to immediately remove from stock expired or spoiled items, adhering to "first in, first out" rule.
Child Caregiver
N/A
Gardiner, ME
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Led children in tidying up, handwashing and toileting to teach responsibility.
- Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Cared for children aged 1-12, including tasks such as feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Assisted children with bathing and potty training to instill good hygiene from young age.
- Cleaned and tidied living room and kitchen after activities to maintain safe spaces.
Certified Residential Medication Aide
Maine General Health - Alzheimer's Care Center
Augusta, ME
06.2022 - Current
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Prepared various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored expiration of medications and medical supplies.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Liaised with nursing staff to prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MaineGeneral Health - Alzheimers Care Center
Gardiner, ME
10.2019 - Current
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reported concerns to supervisor to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Togus VA Medical Center
Augusta, ME
- Provided high quality care to veterans in the CLC on all 3 of their floors including Dementia, Long Term Care, and Hospice.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Program
Kennebec Valley Community College
Fairfield, ME06-2026
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School
Gardiner, ME06.2019
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Capital Area Technical Center
Augusta06.2019
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Attention to detail
- Direct patient care
- Responding to emergencies as well as knowledge about infection control and aseptic procedures
- Efficient and reliable team member
- Strong knowledge of working with individuals with Dementia/Alzheimer's
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Collecting vital signs and monitoring them when necessary
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Completing medication passes to 20 residents
- Glucose testing
- Patient observation
- Equipment sterilization
Certification
- Certificate in Nursing
- OSHA certification: HACCP Certification
- Certified Residential Medication Aid (Expires 2024)
- Active BLS/CPR certification as of 2024
Timeline
Certified Residential Medication Aide
Maine General Health - Alzheimer's Care Center
06.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
MaineGeneral Health - Alzheimers Care Center
10.2019 - Current
Produce Associate
Hannaford
06.2017 - 10.2019
Child Caregiver
N/A
07.2016 - 06.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Togus VA Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Program
Kennebec Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Gardiner Area High School
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Capital Area Technical Center
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