Mersades Wilson
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lubbock,TX
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeside Nursing And Rehabilitation
, TX
09.2020 - Current
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to geriatric patients in hospital facility.
Certified Medication Aide
Meadowlark
Manhattan , KS
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cloud County Community College
Concordia, KS 08.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX 01.2023 - Current
Skills
EMR / EHR
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Plains College
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lakeside Nursing And Rehabilitation
09.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cloud County Community College
08.2018 - 08.2019
Certified Medication Aide
Meadowlark
06.2018 - 07.2019
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
CMT - Certified Medication Technician
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