Monai Gaines
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Eureka Rehabilitation Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for compassionate support and effective communication, I ensure patient comfort and safety while collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance care delivery. Committed to promoting mobility and dignity in every interaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4028
4028
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
Clipboard Health
Redding
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- 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.
CNA
River Valley Medical Center
Redding, California
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported patients in mobility exercises and rehabilitation routines.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eureka Rehabilitation Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted patients with getting in and out of bed, repositioning immobile patients, and ensuring their comfort
- Aided patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and oral care
- Performed basic movement exercises to promote mobility and prevent complications
- Served meals and assisted patients with eating as needed
- Monitored and recorded patient food, water, and medication intake
- Measured and documented vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormal findings
- Observed, recorded, and reported any behavioral or health changes to the nursing team
- Assisted patients in mobility and transferring to wheelchairs or walkers as required
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided compassionate bedside care, assisting patients with daily living activities
- Helped with personal hygiene, including dressing, bathing, and toileting assistance
- Assisted patients in mobility, transferring from bed to chair and repositioning when necessary
- Monitored vital signs, recorded data, and reported concerns to nursing staff
- Supported patients with meals, ensuring dietary needs were met
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families
Certified Nursing Assistant
Centinela Medical Center
01.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in providing direct patient care and comfort
- Helped patients with daily activities, including grooming, dressing, and toileting
- Took and recorded patient vital signs, reporting abnormalities to the medical team
- Provided mobility support, including turning and repositioning bedbound patients
- Ensured a clean and safe environment for patients by following infection control procedures
- Assisted in transporting patients within the facility for tests and treatments
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to improve care delivery
Education
Associate of Science -
Crafton Hills College
High School Diploma -
Orangewood High School
Skills
- Patient care and assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Personal hygiene support
- Mobility and transfer assistance
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Observational and reporting skills
- Team collaboration in healthcare settings
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently
- Compassionate and patient-centered care
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
- Physical stamina
- Clinical documentation
References
Available upon request
Certifications And Education
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), [State of Certification]
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Orangewood High School
- Crafton Hills College
- [Any additional relevant certifications]
Timeline
CNA
River Valley Medical Center
04.2025 - 07.2025
CNA
Clipboard Health
02.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eureka Rehabilitation Center
01.2024 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Centinela Medical Center
01.2023
Associate of Science -
Crafton Hills College
High School Diploma -
Orangewood High School