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.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corrigan Ltc Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Corrigan, TX
11.2022 - Current
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Northwest Hospital
Houston, TX
06.2007 - 05.2022
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lufkin Memorial Hospital
Lufkin , TX
08.1992 - 06.2003
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
Director of Nursing Services at Corrigan LTC Nursing & Rehabilitation CenterDirector of Nursing Services at Corrigan LTC Nursing & Rehabilitation Center