Mia Peters
Plantsville,CT
Summary
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Department of Social Services
Southington, CT
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with special needs in a residential setting.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
Special Needs Caregiver
Department Of Developmental Services
Southington, CT
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Encouraged the development of skills essential for independent living such as budgeting, grocery shopping, cooking meals .
- Participated in community outings and social events with clients to increase their quality of life experiences.
- Created a supportive environment where clients felt safe expressing themselves without fear of judgement or ridicule.
- Provided transportation services for medical appointments or other necessary errands when needed.
- Encouraged independence and self-advocacy among clients through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Monitored clients' physical and emotional well-being and reported any changes to supervisor or other appropriate personnel.
- Developed meaningful relationships with clients through active listening techniques and empathy.
- Redirected poor behavior using positive reinforcement.
Ice Cream Scooper / Customer Service
Pralines Ice Cream Of Southington
Southington, USA
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitored amounts of each ice cream flavor and replaced when depleted.
- Observed health code regulations and internal policies for cleaning and sanitizing.
- Explained ice cream flavors, toppings, sundaes, and other frozen concoctions to customers.
- Operated cash register, taking payments and issuing customer receipts.
- Greeted incoming customers and provided reliable, friendly customer service.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southington Cares
Southington, USA
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Education
CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT05-2023
High School Diploma -
Southington High School
Southington, CT06-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CTSkills
- Cleanliness standards
- Patient management
- Transporting patients
- Observing responses
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance expert
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Assistance with daily living
- Vital sign monitoring
- Record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy in care
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Department of Social Services
06.2024 - Current
Special Needs Caregiver
Department Of Developmental Services
06.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southington Cares
07.2023 - 04.2024
Ice Cream Scooper / Customer Service
Pralines Ice Cream Of Southington
01.2022 - 05.2024
CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tunxis Community College
High School Diploma -
Southington High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
University of Saint Joseph