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Meri Gates

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at WaterFalls of Brown Deer, delivering exceptional patient care and fostering independence. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and effective communication, I excel in creating a safe environment and enhancing patient comfort, ensuring dignity and emotional support for residents and their families.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

WaterFalls of Brown Deer
04.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lutheran Manor
03.2020 - 05.2023
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mitchell Manor Nursing Home
07.2012 - 03.2020
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Bryant & Stratton College
Glendale, WI
04-2021

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Certified Medical Assistant
  • BLS/CPR Certified


Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

WaterFalls of Brown Deer
04.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lutheran Manor
03.2020 - 05.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mitchell Manor Nursing Home
07.2012 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Bryant & Stratton College

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