Manquenda McLaughlin
Milwaukee
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Home Instead Senior Care Home, AFH, and Assisted Living facilities, excelling in patient-focused care and vital sign monitoring. Demonstrated success in improving patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective chronic disease management. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and quality assurance controls, ensuring high standards of care. Proven ability to enhance patient wellbeing with a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate companionship.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/HHA
Home Instead Senior Care Home
09.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Direct Support Professional Caregiver
St. Coletta of Wisconsin
04.2022 - Current
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Passed medications
- Complied with DHS Codes and regulations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- ISP Charting and Goal writing using Therap.
- Electronic Medication Charting using ECP.
- Train and supervise new staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Direct Support Professional
Next Step In Residential Services
08.2015 - 05.2022
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Administered Medications.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Education
Clinical Medical Assistant
Trinity Allied Healthcare Academy
West Allis, WI09-2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Johnson Education Center Ltd
Milwaukee, WI10-2009
Early Childhood Care And Education
4C's For Children
Milwaukee, WI06-2008
Skills
- Documenting behaviors
- Vital sign recording
- Observing responses
- Patient-focused care
- Care plan implementation
- Transporting patients
- Chronic disease management
- Supporting personal needs
- Direct patient care
- Trustworthy companion
- HIPAA compliance
- Quality assurance controls
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant #320899
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medication Technician #W4Y5C5XY
- CBRF Certified All Blocks
Meditation and reading
I love to use meditation daily to cope with stress, and to start the day off on a positive note. Reading motivational books helps to keep me grounded on my determined path, while keeping my brain engaged and stimulated.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/HHA
Home Instead Senior Care Home
09.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Direct Support Professional Caregiver
St. Coletta of Wisconsin
04.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Direct Support Professional
Next Step In Residential Services
08.2015 - 05.2022
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant #320899
- HCA - Home Care Aide
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medication Technician #W4Y5C5XY
- CBRF Certified All Blocks
Clinical Medical Assistant
Trinity Allied Healthcare Academy
Certified Nursing Assistant
Johnson Education Center Ltd
Early Childhood Care And Education
4C's For Children
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