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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Communication
Timeline
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Maria Johnson

Dover

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care, skilled in providing compassionate support and effective communication in both English and Spanish. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Authorized to work in the US.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nurse Assistant • CNA

Silver Lining Home Healthcare
03.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation and timely communication among healthcare professionals.
  • Decreased hospital readmissions by delivering excellent patient care.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff on wound care management, promoting rapid healing and minimizing discomfort.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and clear communication.
  • Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
  • Supported patients during rehabilitation exercises to promote faster recovery.
  • Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness standards.

Home Health Aide • CNA

BAYADA Home Health Care
10.2020 - 2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained clean and safe home environments, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Provided compassionate personal care, ensuring dignity through grooming and toileting assistance.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress, reporting abnormalities to supervising nurse.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals, addressing specific needs.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry and meal preparation, fostering organized living spaces.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments and social outings, promoting community engagement.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques for seamless continuity of care.

C.N.A/HHA • CNA

Christiana Care Health System
02.2013 - 09.2020
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

C.N.A/Unit Secretary

Bay Health
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
  • Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
  • Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
  • Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
  • Improved unit workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members to complete assignments in a timely manner.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Ensured accuracy of medical documentation by meticulously transcribing physician orders and verifying information with nursing staff as needed.

C.N.A. * Certified Nursing Assistant

Capitol Nursing Home
05.2016 - 10.2018
  • Assisted patients with daily activities, fostering independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs efficiently.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures for high-risk patients to enhance safety.
  • Delivered individualized care by documenting vital signs and evaluating patient needs.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to inform nursing staff.

C.N.A.

DHCI
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Promoted patient independence and dignity through assistance with daily living activities.
  • Monitored patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Ensured good oral hygiene by supporting patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Delivered compassionate care to enhance overall patient satisfaction and comfort.
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance while effectively communicating critical updates with team members.
  • Responded promptly to call lights, ensuring timely attention to patient needs.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics for safe patient transfers, reducing injury risks.
  • Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and effective wound care techniques.

C.N.A.

Pinnacle Nursing Home and Rehabilitations
06.2011 - 01.2014

Provide and assist patients with ADLS. Assist with ambulating and range of motion. Maintain HIPA for all patients.

C.N.A.

Silver Lake Center
07.2006 - 05.2009

C.N.A

Cumberland Manor
05.2004 - 08.2006

C.N.A.

Rainbow Nursing Home
02.2001 - 05.2004
  • Provide and assist residents with ADL’s Daily Progress Notes
  • Assisting clients with ADL’s, companionship, errands, provide care to clients ADL’s, provide some housekeeping and meal preparation.

Education

High School diploma - Nursing Student

Delaware Tech Community College
Dover, DE

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cumberland County JTPA
Vineland, NJ
05.1997

Skills

  • Dedicated and responsible worker
  • Home health aide
  • Certified nursing assistant
  • Medication administration
  • Meal and food preparation
  • Patient care and support

Certification

  • C.N.A certification
  • 8/19/2021
  • DE
  • 0001161060606
  • Expiration 6/30/2022

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Communication

  • Work well with others
  • Good communication
  • Good listening

Timeline

Home Health Aide • CNA

BAYADA Home Health Care
10.2020 - 2021

C.N.A/Unit Secretary

Bay Health
08.2018 - 08.2019

Certified Nurse Assistant • CNA

Silver Lining Home Healthcare
03.2018 - Current

C.N.A. * Certified Nursing Assistant

Capitol Nursing Home
05.2016 - 10.2018

C.N.A.

DHCI
01.2014 - 12.2015

C.N.A/HHA • CNA

Christiana Care Health System
02.2013 - 09.2020

C.N.A.

Pinnacle Nursing Home and Rehabilitations
06.2011 - 01.2014

C.N.A.

Silver Lake Center
07.2006 - 05.2009

C.N.A

Cumberland Manor
05.2004 - 08.2006

C.N.A.

Rainbow Nursing Home
02.2001 - 05.2004

High School diploma - Nursing Student

Delaware Tech Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant

Cumberland County JTPA