Michelle Sabourin
Bay City,MICHIGAN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Bay County Medical Care Facility, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Skilled in electronic charting and dedicated to promoting dignity and independence in patients.
Overview
2018
2018
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay County Medical Care Facility
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Provided emotional support to residents, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, ensuring a safe environment.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records for compliance and continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on care protocols and facility policies to ensure quality standards.
- Advocated for patient needs during team meetings, fostering improved communication and outcomes.
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay Shores Senior Care & Rehab
Bay City, MI
04.2011 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care plans.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sheffield Bay
Bay City, MI
04.2007 - 04.2011
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Valley Training Center
Bay City, MI06.2006
High School Diploma -
John Glenn
Bay City, MI06.1990
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Collecting vital signs
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Alzheimer's and dementia care
Vital signs monitoring
Bedside manner
Dressing assistance
Safety precautions
Recording vital signs
Electronic charting
Compassionate caregiver
Patient-focused care
Companionship and emotional support
Documenting behaviors
Feeding assistance
Positioning patients
End-of-life care
Patient lifting
Transfer techniques
Urinary catheter care
Ambulation assistance
Healthcare ethics
Inpatient care
Geriatric care
Patient relationship building
Responding to emergencies
Transporting patients
Supporting personal needs
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay Shores Senior Care & Rehab
04.2011 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sheffield Bay
04.2007 - 04.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay County Medical Care Facility
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Valley Training Center
High School Diploma -
John Glenn