State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Willough At Naples
09.2023 - Current
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
CNA
Moorings Park The Chateaux
06.2022 - Current
Supported needs of 20+ residents under short-term rehabilitation care.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Cared for clients recovering in rehabilitation setting from hip surgery, knee surgery, fall preventions, and stroke
Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Synergy HomeCare of Fort Myers
01.2020 - 07.2022
Provide administrative support to CEO of company and oversee heavy calendar managements and expense report
Manage caregiving staff of 50 overseeing their scheduling and delegating assignments on weekly basis
Evaluate, edit, and finalize incoming and outgoing documents and reports for brevity without sacrificing important details
Developed relationships with community partners to strengthen organization resource base such as monthly Luncheons with Arden Courts Promedica Senior Memory Community
Participated in creating payroll reports, including tracking and entering leave/sick/vacation time, handling time sheets, and generating overtime reports.
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Organized and updated schedules for executives.
Prepared presentations, materials and documentation for use executives in meetings and engagements.
Created expense reports, budgets and filing systems for management team.
Facilitated training and onboarding for incoming office staff.
Life Enrichment Assistant Director
Beach House Assisted Living & Memory Care
04.2019 - 10.2019
Assist in the planning and implementation of programs for activities and social opportunities to meet interest and capabilities of residence
Increased resident socialization through implementation of wide range of fun, educational and family-oriented activities.
Assisted with communicating available programs to residents, families, staff and encourage participation
Collaborated closely with residents, using effective communication to better understand favorite activities.
Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
Coordinated holiday decorating of facility, garnering help of residents and volunteer staff.
Established vendor relationships to access timely services in support of events.
Assisted Marketing Director in the development and coordination of marketing and community relation events
Help in the production of the facility Newsletter by using illustratus
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Bayshore Memory Care
06.2017 - 04.2019
Increased resident socialization through implementation of wide range of fun, educational and family-oriented activities.
Directed daily program in memory and long term care facility that support mental, social, and physical well being
Promoted socialization and encouraged residents to participate in daily program
Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
Planned zoo trips, shopping excursions and religious worship opportunities for residents.
Maintained recreations department supplies and equipment
Developed partnerships with residents family, community businesses such as Alzheimers Network Association and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodlands Retirement Community
01.2017 - 05.2017
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA
Woodland Oaks Nursing Home and Rehabilitation
03.2014 - 06.2015
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets
Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures
Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to Nurse
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson Kentucky
License in Certified Nurse Assistant -
Ashland Technical And Community College
Ashland, KY
2014
Skills
Organizational Skills
Dementia Care
Patient-focused care
Office Management
Effective Verbal and written communication
Training and mentoring
Staff Management
Database coordination
Care Planning
Medical Records Management
Family support and Relationship building for retention