Merinda Ramsey
Meridian,MS
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health CNA
Southern Healthcare Agency
08.2014 - 02.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled individuals in their home environment.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, dusting, vacuuming and meal preparation.
- Transported patients to doctor appointments or other destinations when needed.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and monitored patient response.
CNA Supervisor
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
Meridian , MS
02.2010 - 06.2014
- Developed and maintained a system to track employee performance, attendance, and training.
- Organized and conducted monthly staff meetings to ensure clear communication of expectations.
- Conducted weekly in-service trainings for CNA staff on new policies and procedures.
- Created individualized development plans for each CNA based on their skills and abilities.
- Performed regular evaluations of CNAs to assess their competency level in providing patient care.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring sessions with CNAs to help them develop necessary skills.
- Maintained accurate records of all CNA staff including personnel files, timesheets, and certifications.
- Identified potential areas for improvement in CNA practices and developed strategies to address them.
- Assisted in developing schedules for CNA staff ensuring adequate coverage during all shifts.
- Collaborated with nursing leadership team to provide feedback on staffing needs and performance issues related to CNA staff.
CNA
Bedford Care Center
Meridian, MS
12.2007 - 12.2009
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
CNA
Queen City Nursing Home
Meridian, MS
09.2005 - 10.2007
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southeast Lauderdale High School
Meridian, MS05-2005
Some College (No Degree) - CNA Certification
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MSSkills
- Personal Care Services
- Feeding Assistance
- Elderly Care
- Client Companionship
- Geriatric Care
- Resident Support
- Cleaning And Organization
- General Housekeeping
- Patient Transport
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Monitoring
- Personal Grooming
- In-Home Care Services
- Medical And Clinical Supervision
- Meal Planning
- Home Health Services
- First Aid And Safety
- Cpr Certified
- First Aid Skills
- Resident Documentation
- Monitoring Staff
Timeline
Home Health CNA
Southern Healthcare Agency
08.2014 - 02.2024
CNA Supervisor
Poplar Springs Nursing Center
02.2010 - 06.2014
CNA
Bedford Care Center
12.2007 - 12.2009
CNA
Queen City Nursing Home
09.2005 - 10.2007
High School Diploma -
Southeast Lauderdale High School
Some College (No Degree) - CNA Certification
Meridian Community College