Mortel Morris
Fargo,ND
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in vital signs monitoring, patient documentation, and basic medical procedures. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through effective communication and relationship management.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Emerald Care- Diverse Nursing care
Fargo, North Dakota
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene requirements.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff immediately.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote a safe and hygienic environment.
- Supported nursing team in executing tailored care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Documented patient observations in electronic health records to support effective care and communication among healthcare staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Educated patients and families on care routines and health management techniques.
- Provided compassionate support to patients, fostering a positive care environment.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted residents in walking safely to enhance mobility. with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Collected specimens for testing to assist medical staff in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Administered medications following established protocols.
Direct Support Professional/Certified Medical Assistant
Mosaic Central Iowa
Urbandale, Iowa
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities in daily activities.
- Assisted clients in developing personal goals and enhancing life skills.
- Coordinated transportation for client appointments and community events.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Selcet Senior Living
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in need.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Griswold Home Health Care
Ocean City, New Jersey
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in need.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Senior Helpers-Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2007 - 10.2011
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients in need.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
Education
GED -
Buduburam
Accra Ghana West Africa06-2005
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Data School Of Nursing
Fargo, NDSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Basic medical procedures
- Infection control practices
- Patient care management
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- CNA
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Emerald Care- Diverse Nursing care
02.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional/Certified Medical Assistant
Mosaic Central Iowa
08.2017 - 08.2022
Caregiver, Special Needs
Selcet Senior Living
06.2014 - 06.2016
Caregiver, Special Needs
Griswold Home Health Care
01.2012 - 12.2013
Caregiver, Special Needs
Senior Helpers-Philadelphia
03.2007 - 10.2011
GED -
Buduburam
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Data School Of Nursing