Michel Rene
Westbury,NY
Summary
Adept Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Five Stars Nursing, where I enhanced patient comfort and reduced falls risk by over 30%. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and empathetic patient care, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for diverse patient populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant
Five Stars Nursing
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of health concerns and promptly reported changes to medical staff.
- Upheld resident dignity while providing essential personal hygiene care such as toileting assistance or oral care maintenance.
- Reduced falls risk by implementing safety measures such as bed alarms and close supervision during ambulation.
- Facilitated patient mobility by safely transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
- Assisted in the training of new CNAs as a mentor, sharing knowledge and expertise on effective patient care techniques.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment by completing routine housekeeping tasks and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Improved patient care by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported needs of 6-8+ residents under long-term care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques for improved quality of life upon discharge from the facility.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Cambridge Business Institute
Hempstead, NY07.2022
Skills
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Foley Catheter Care
- Dressing assistance
- Patient support
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Mobility Assistance
- Resident care standards
- Vital signs
- Excellent Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Recording vital signs
- CNA Certification
Certification
Graduate Phlebotomist
Graduate EKG
Languages
English, Spanish, French, Creole
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant
Five Stars Nursing
09.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Assistance
Cambridge Business Institute