Lucy Gibson
Altoona,AL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Gadsden Health and Rehab Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and effective infection control practices. Committed to promoting independence and dignity while ensuring safety and comfort for all patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center
02.2025 - 04.2025
- 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.
- 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.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Cna
Marshal Manor
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient 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.
CNA
Diversicare
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
CNA
Folsom
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
CNA
Attalla Health and Rehab
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
Altoona Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tarrant High School
Tarrant, AL05-2022
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Wound care
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Patient advocacy
- Health monitoring
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Infection control practices
- Toileting assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Bedside manner
- Compassionate
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
CNA
Gadsden Health and Rehab Center
02.2025 - 04.2025
Cna
Marshal Manor
11.2024 - 01.2025
CNA
Diversicare
06.2024 - 11.2024
CNA
Folsom
04.2024 - 06.2024
CNA
Attalla Health and Rehab
04.2024 - 04.2024
CNA
Altoona Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Tarrant High School
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