Michelle Simmonds
Springfield Gardens,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independent Research Agency Day For adults
Brooklyn, NY
01.2014 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adult Prime-Care Inc
Brooklyn, NY
11.2008 - 11.2011
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Direct Support Counselor
Independent Living Inc
Brooklyn, NY
02.2005 - 08.2008
- Adhered to all agency policies and procedures related to safety standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and changes in behavior or health status.
- Developed leisure time activities tailored to each client's individual interests.
- Organized transportation for medical appointments, recreational activities and job interviews for clients if necessary.
- Monitored client medication adherence and administered medications when needed.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking, shopping.
Direct Care Counselor
Mercy Home for Children
Brooklyn, NY
02.2002 - 03.2005
- Oversaw appointment schedules and transportation.
- Helped individuals address disabilities and put together career plans.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to plan rehabilitation programs.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Managed load of multiple cases on consistent basis.
- Provided crisis intervention when needed, including de-escalation techniques and referrals for additional services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Nurse Assistant
Municipal Training School
Brooklyn, NY11-2004
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Basic Life Support
- Feeding Assistance
- Activity Planning
- HIPAA Compliance
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Compassionate
- Adaptable
- Understands medical procedures
- Family support and assistance
- Documentation expert
- Wound care specialist
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independent Research Agency Day For adults
01.2014 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adult Prime-Care Inc
11.2008 - 11.2011
Direct Support Counselor
Independent Living Inc
02.2005 - 08.2008
Direct Care Counselor
Mercy Home for Children
02.2002 - 03.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Nurse Assistant
Municipal Training School
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