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Marselena Hawkins

Jasper,FL

Summary

Dedicated Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance, honed at Frank Wells Nursing Home. Excelled in providing top-notch patient support, including personal hygiene and mobility assistance, while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. Recognized for exceptional service and teamwork, adept at using electronic charting tools and infection control practices to enhance patient well-being.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Centerion
Lake Butler, FL
09.2018 - 11.2020
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
  • Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

Nursing Assistant

Frank Wells Nursing Home
Macclenny, FL
03.2015 - 11.2019
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
  • Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
  • Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
  • Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Express Training Services
Lake City, FL
02-2014

High School Diploma -

Suwannee Hamilton Vo-Tech
Live Oak, FL
06-1997

Skills

  • Monitoring fluids
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Call light response
  • Medical record tracking
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient mobility support
  • Patient assessments
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • HIPAA
  • Supply restocking
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient feeding
  • Patient care and safety
  • Computer literate
  • Recording vital signs
  • Specimen collection
  • Mobility assistance
  • Collecting specimens
  • Catheter care
  • Light housekeeping
  • Patient-focused care
  • Infection control

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Centerion
09.2018 - 11.2020

Nursing Assistant

Frank Wells Nursing Home
03.2015 - 11.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Express Training Services

High School Diploma -

Suwannee Hamilton Vo-Tech

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