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Markeisha Lewis

Markeisha Lewis

3250 Bluefield St ,TN

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Parkway Health And Rehab, where I enhanced patient care quality and reduced fall incidents. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and compassionate caregiving, I excel in fostering patient independence and satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to improving health outcomes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkway Health And Rehab
08.2010 - 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.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.

Nursing Assistant

FoxBridge Assistant Living
Memphis , TN
09.2004 - 08.2010
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Nursing Assistant

Home Health Aid
Memphis, Tennessee
01.2004 - 12.2004
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Concorde Career College
Memphis, TN
05.2005

Skills

  • Reliable team player
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety precautions
  • Electronic charting
  • caregiver
  • Medical terminology
  • Mobility assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Feeding assistance
  • Positioning patients
  • Transfer techniques
  • Urinary catheter care
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Inpatient care
  • Geriatric care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Transporting patients
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Basic life support
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Compassionate
  • Bathing assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Direct patient care

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • OSHA Certified
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • State Driver's License
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Parkway Health And Rehab
08.2010 - Current

Nursing Assistant

FoxBridge Assistant Living
09.2004 - 08.2010

Nursing Assistant

Home Health Aid
01.2004 - 12.2004

Graduate Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Concorde Career College

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