Megan Glassman-Henry
Bremerton
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in high-quality personal care services and compliance with safety protocols. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and optimize facility operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Shores Assisted Living
Poulsbo, WA
10.2011 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure accurate health assessments.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Trained new staff on resident care protocols and safety procedures to ensure compliance.
- 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.
- Conducted regular safety checks, identifying hazards and improving overall facility safety standards.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a nurturing atmosphere.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Bed Placement
Virginia Mason/CHI Francian
Gig Harbor, WA
07.2020 - 11.2025
- Coordinated patient bed assignments to optimize facility capacity and enhance patient flow
- Analyzed bed availability data, ensuring efficient placement of patients across departments
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline admissions process and improve response times
- Implemented tracking system for bed utilization, enhancing reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
- Trained new staff on bed placement protocols and hospital policies to ensure compliance
- Developed strategies for effective communication between departments, reducing delays in patient transfers
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Facilitated meetings with healthcare teams to address placement challenges and propose actionable solutions
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
CNA
St Anthony's Hospital
Gig Harbor, WA
11.2014 - 07.2020
- Delivered compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and administration of medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient rooms and common areas.
- Trained and mentored new CNAs on best practices and hospital protocols.
- Advocated for patients' needs, fostering effective communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap Highschool
Silverdale, WASkills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Mobility assistance
- Medical terminology
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Food Handlers Certified
Timeline
Bed Placement
Virginia Mason/CHI Francian
07.2020 - 11.2025
CNA
St Anthony's Hospital
11.2014 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Liberty Shores Assisted Living
10.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap Highschool