Maiya Cooper
Lockport,IL
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience of CNA care, adept in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic, patient-focused care. Skilled in both direct patient care and maintaining confidentiality, consistently ensuring safety and promoting well-being. Achieved a notable increase in patient independence through innovative care strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Pearl of Hinsdale
Hinsdale, IL
09.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
DSP
Aspire Chicago
Chicago, IL
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
DSP
Trinity Services
Joliet, IL
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare Institute
Romeoville, IL12.2024
Lockport Township High School
Lockport, IL06.2018
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate communication
- Patient transfers
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Lifting and transferring
- Direct patient care
Certification
CNA
CPR
Timeline
CNA
Pearl of Hinsdale
09.2024 - Current
DSP
Aspire Chicago
02.2024 - 09.2024
DSP
Trinity Services
07.2023 - 02.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Genesis Healthcare Institute
Lockport Township High School