Lucy Powers
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Accomplished CNA and Neurosurgeon Assistant with a proven track record at North Alabama Home Health, adept in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Excelled in delivering patient-focused care, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Skilled in both direct and indirect patient care, ensuring safety and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Ednapignatora
07.2019 - 02.2024
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
CNA
North Alabama Home Health
05.1975 - 01.2001
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Neurosurgeon Assistant
Medical Center Hospital
03.1969 - 12.1973
- Gathered medical history and addressed patient questions and concerns regarding health and treatment.
- Corrected physical deformities, readjusted broken bones, and repaired tissue injuries.
- Supervised trainees, medical students, residents and fellows to help each achieve proficiency in field.
- Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Laurel High School
Laurel, MD06-1992
High School Diploma -
Gotts
Salt Lake City, UT01-1992
High School Diploma -
J.F. Drake State Community And Technical College
Huntsville, AL05-1979
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Meal Planning
- Safety Precautions
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dressing assistance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassionate communication
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Vital sign recording
- Indirect Patient Care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
Ednapignatora
07.2019 - 02.2024
CNA
North Alabama Home Health
05.1975 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Laurel High School
High School Diploma -
Gotts
High School Diploma -
J.F. Drake State Community And Technical College
Neurosurgeon Assistant
Medical Center Hospital
03.1969 - 12.1973
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