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Martese Gayles

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated CNA skilled in patient care, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration. Committed to enhancing residents' quality of life through effective personal hygiene management and infection control. Compassionate and reliable CNA with over four years of experience in personal care and patient support. Skilled in daily living activities, vital sign monitoring, and documentation. Ready to leverage expertise in infection control and wound care to improve resident outcomes. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Chalet Skilled Nursing Facility
Chicago, IL
10.2024 - 12.2025
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

CNA

Alden Village North
Chicago, Illinois
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Supported residents during mealtimes, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
  • Engaged residents in social and recreational activities to promote well-being.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.

CNA

Crestview Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing
Minnesota City, Minnesota
02.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gage Park H.S
5630 S Rockwell Chicago Ill 60629
06-2001

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Electronic health records
  • Medication administration
  • Personal hygiene management
  • Infection control
  • Feeding assistance
  • Wound care

Certification

NURSING ASSISTANT REGISTRY

Timeline

CNA

Chalet Skilled Nursing Facility
10.2024 - 12.2025

CNA

Alden Village North
03.2021 - 04.2023

CNA

Crestview Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing
02.2019 - 07.2021

High School Diploma -

Gage Park H.S
Martese Gayles