Meagan Lipford
Valdese,NC
Summary
Developed strong patient care skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Focused on delivering compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to contribute meaningfully to new team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
Catawba Valley Medical Medical
10.2016 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patients needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
Trinity Ridge
03.2011 - 02.2017
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Springs of Catawba
06.2010 - 02.2011
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC05-2025
High School Diploma -
St. Stephens High School
Hickory, NC05-2010
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Positive attitude
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
Catawba Valley Medical Medical
10.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
Trinity Ridge
03.2011 - 02.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Springs of Catawba
06.2010 - 02.2011
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Catawba Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
St. Stephens High School
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