Michelle Zachary
Stafford
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
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Holly Hill Nursing Home
Sulphur
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic records.
- Supported nurses in administering medications and treatments as directed.
- Helped patients with mobility and transferred them safely between locations.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new caregiving techniques and protocols.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
Caregiver
Avanti Senior Living
Lafayette
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided compassionate care and support to residents in daily activities.
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene and grooming tasks effectively.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Medication administration support
- Documentation management
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control
- Healthcare compliance
- Customer service
- Lifting and transferring
- Emergency response
- Toileting assistance
- Critical thinking
- Basic life support
- HIPAA compliance
- End-of-life care
Certification
- Certified nursing assistant
Timeline
CNA
Holly Hill Nursing Home
06.2023 - 02.2025
Caregiver
Avanti Senior Living
05.2020 - 08.2022