Marilyn McGowan
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant and New Licensed Vocational Nurse with a solid educational foundation and hands-on clinical experience gained through diverse rotations in medical surgical, pediatrics, geriatric, and mental health settings. Adept at providing high-quality patient care, administering medications, and performing vital sign assessments. known for strong communication skills, a collaborative approach,and a commitment to patient education and advocacy. Seeking to leverage clinical skills and nursing knowledge to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered high-quality care to mental health patients in hospital facility.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of 10-15+ residents under long-term care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
General Education
George Washington Preparatory High School
Los Angeles, CALicensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Westchester College of Nursing And Allied Health
Los Angeles, CA07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westchester College of Nursing And Allied Health
Los Angeles, CA03.2018
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Reliable team player
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
CNA
General Education
George Washington Preparatory High School
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Westchester College of Nursing And Allied Health
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westchester College of Nursing And Allied Health