MONYETTA HILL
CHICAGO
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to provide compassionate support while assisting with wound care and mobility. Skilled in electronic medical records and adept at fostering positive relationships with patients and families.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Chicago
08.2018 - Current
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Administrative Assistant /Direct Service Professional
Oak Leyden
Oak Park
01.2017 - Current
- Assist the Director of Life Long Learning with the day to day operations
- Coordinate the intake of new participants
- Schedule meetings and conferences
- Provide assistance to the participants and parents in setting service needs
Direct Service Professional
Rescare at Oak Leyden
Oak Park
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Worked in the Cila homes taking care of disabled and Alzheimer's patients in a home setting
- Assisted in daily routines which included administering medications to the patients
Direct Service Professional
Rescare
Chicago
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Working with Alzheimer's patients assisting their families with caring for them in a home setting
Group Coordinator
Lydia's Health Facility
Chicago
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Facilitated meetings with the participants helping them prepare for jobs and moving back into the community
Assistant Director
Tish's Tiny Town Daycare
Chicago
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed the day to day operations
- Managed opening the facility daily as well as setting menus
- Coordinated the student and parent intake
Direct Service Professional
Misericodia Homes
Chicago
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Provided care to the mentally disabled and Alzheimer's patients in a home setting
- Provided assistance with their daily needs
Education
Southern Illinois University -
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, United States01.1994
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Mobility assistance
- Specimen collection
- Electronic medical records
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
08.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant /Direct Service Professional
Oak Leyden
01.2017 - Current
Direct Service Professional
Rescare at Oak Leyden
01.2015 - 01.2017
Direct Service Professional
Rescare
01.2014 - 01.2015
Group Coordinator
Lydia's Health Facility
01.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Director
Tish's Tiny Town Daycare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Direct Service Professional
Misericodia Homes
01.2005 - 01.2007
Southern Illinois University -
Southern Illinois University
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