Melinka Washington
New Orleans,Louis
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with a number of years experience in a hospice setting. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs. Desire a position in a clinical setting. Efficient and reliable CNA with number years experience in a hospital setting. Assisted with technical nursing treatments, supported diagnostic procedures and charted resident records. Interested in a full-time role as a nursing assistant in a top-notch healthcare facility. Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care. Certified Nurses Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long term care position.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistance
West Jefferson Medical Center
1111 Medical Center Blvd.
06.2012 - Current
- Maintain patient privacy and confidential information. Assisted patients with daily function. Ensure safety and well being of patient. Assisted patient with bathing, dressing, feeding and lifting and transferring. Providing care and companionship to elderly and developmental disabled patients. Working as part of a team to ensure proper care of body mechanic and safety of the patient
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Provided pre- and post-operative care.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.
- Transported patients to other areas of the hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, foley catheter removal and EKGs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients’ condition or environment.
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients’ clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
Direct Staff Worker
Terras Total Care Inc.
2100 Lapalco Blvd. Harvey La 70058
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
Education
High School Diploma -
John McDonough Senior High School
1997
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Tubule feedings and medications familiarity
- Companionship and emotional support
- Compassionate caregiver
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Dedicated hospice care provider
- Trustworthy companion
- Compassionate
- Committed team player
- Adaptable
Certification
- Licensed/Certified Home Health Aide
- First Aid Certification
- BCLS Certification
- Heart Saver/AED Certification
- Certified Nurses Aide
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistance
West Jefferson Medical Center
06.2012 - Current
Direct Staff Worker
Terras Total Care Inc.
01.2010 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
John McDonough Senior High School
- Licensed/Certified Home Health Aide
- First Aid Certification
- BCLS Certification
- Heart Saver/AED Certification
- Certified Nurses Aide
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