Monica Ardley
CNA
Marianna,FL
Summary
Committed healthcare professional offering 28 years of demonstrated success in home healthcare. Committed to delivering consistent and focused attention to client safety, comfort and dignity. Well-versed in Health Care with passion for helping others. Level-headed healthcare professional able to remain calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care. Multi-talented Health Care Aide consistently rewarded for success in planning and operational improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Killeen Nursing And Rehab
Killeen, TX
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe care environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
Care Giver
CDS Of Texas , Sonja Haupt
Killeen, Texas
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean
- Assisted patients with personal requirements, including keeping spaces clean and helping with grooming
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
Healthcare Aide
Blue Bonnet Healthcare
Tyler, Texas
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team
- Completed all home cleaning tasks, including dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes to keep healthcare team updated
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
Healthcare Aide
Visiting Angels
Tyler, Texas
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Completed all home cleaning tasks, including dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
KP3
D.O.D
Schweinfurt, Germany
06.2001 - 11.2003
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items
- Chopped vegetables, seasoned meats and mixed cake batter ahead of time in preparation for dinner rush
- Checked refrigerators and freezers for proper functioning and to ensure food had not spoiled
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
- Cleaned and sanitized all work surfaces between preparation of various foods, avoiding cross-contamination while maintaining food safety guidelines
- Organized, arranged, and re-stocked various stations, including buffet, salad bar, and service areas
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pembroke Rehabilitation Center
Pembroke, KY
02.1998 - 12.2000
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering [Type] treatments and evaluating patient needs
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Cared for average of 15 patients per shift in Pembroke Rehab facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs
Education
High School Diploma -
E.E. Smith High School
Fayetteville, NC06.1994
Computer And Information Sciences
Chipola College
Marianna, FLSkills
- Meal planning and preparation
- Community integration
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- State regulations knowledge
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Case management
- Chronic disease management
- First aid and safety
- Patient management
- Data entry
- Care plan assessment
- Behavioral management
- Lifting 200 pounds
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Clinical quality program standards
- Medical Records Management
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Over 1000 hours trained
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Medication administration
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Medical office administration
- Patient privacy
- Indirect patient care
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Killeen Nursing And Rehab
09.2022 - 02.2023
Care Giver
CDS Of Texas , Sonja Haupt
05.2019 - 01.2023
Healthcare Aide
Blue Bonnet Healthcare
06.2014 - 08.2015
Healthcare Aide
Visiting Angels
06.2014 - 11.2014
KP3
D.O.D
06.2001 - 11.2003
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pembroke Rehabilitation Center
02.1998 - 12.2000
High School Diploma -
E.E. Smith High School
Computer And Information Sciences
Chipola College