Maizy Lewis
Sauk Rapids,MN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at CentraCare Health, skilled in patient care and safety precautions. Proven track record of reducing fall incidents and enhancing patient comfort through effective communication and teamwork. Proficient in collecting vital signs and committed to advocating for patient needs in a supportive environment.
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported healthcare team in delivering compassionate patient care and maintaining safety protocols.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Mentored new nursing assistants in best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering a supportive environment conducive to healing and recovery.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy of patient records and care plans.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Ultrasound
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WIRadiologic Technician
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05-2028
High School Diploma -
St. Francis High School
Saint Francis, MN06-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Medical terminology
- End-of-life care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
CentraCare Health - St. Cloud Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2023
Ultrasound
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Radiologic Technician
Saint Cloud State University
High School Diploma -
St. Francis High School