Nakari Dade
Crownpoint,United States
Summary
Compassionate Certified Home Health CNA experienced in vital monitoring, mobility support, and records management. Enhanced patient comfort and safety through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams, while improving quality of life with dedicated care and companionship.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, IN
2025.05 - Current
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and repositioning to promote safety and prevent skin breakdown.
- Supported patients in daily living activities and personal care tasks to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and relayed changes in patient condition to nursing staff to ensure timely care.
- Accurately document patient care and collaborate with nurses and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Maintained infection control standards while ensuring patient rooms were clean, stocked, and safe for optimal patient recovery.
Clinic & Event Coordinator
Med-Advo-C
2020.12 - Current
- Coordinated high-volume COVID-19 vaccination events by managing patient intake, verifying eligibility, and directing patient flow to ensure smooth and organized operations.
- Processed patient information in billing systems, ensuring accurate reimbursement and timely payment for services.
- Collaborated closely with nurses, administrative staff, and onsite teams to support efficient workflow and deliver high-quality patient experiences.
- Updated patient records using I-CARE system, maintaining accuracy and compliance for immunization documentation.
- Verified and updated patient records using the I-CARE system to maintain accuracy, compliance, and up-to-date immunization documentation.
- Coordinated end-of-day procedures by gathering patient documents, reconciling records, and ensuring cleanliness of equipment and workspaces.
- Coordinated end-of-day procedures, including gathering patient documents, reconciling records, and ensuring equipment and workspaces were properly cleaned and closed.
Home Health CNA
Amanda Senior Care
Crownpoint, United States
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Reported unusual behavior to family and facility to ensure timely intervention.
- Showering patients.
- Changed bed linen regularly to prevent skin irritation and promote comfort.
- Maintained clean rooms to support patient well-being and comfort.
- Managed laundry tasks to ensure residents had clean clothing and linens.
- Provided medication reminders to residents to support their health and wellness.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines for residents.
- Provided support during patient showering to ensure safety and dignity.
- Supported patients in toilet use and changing briefs to maintain personal hygiene.
CNA Student
Spring Mill
Crown Point, United States
2023.03 - 2023.12
- Monitored patient conditions, assessed health concerns, and communicated findings to clinical team.
- Served meals and assisted with self-feeding or directly fed individuals.
- Exercised patients with restricted mobility to prevent muscle atrophy.
- Reduced infection risk for staff and patients through thorough cleaning and sanitization of rooms, equipment, and tools.
- Provided necessary support for toileting and brief hygiene adjustments to maintain comfort and dignity.
CNA
Towne Centre
Merrillville, United States
2022.09 - 2023.02
- Collaborated with registered nursing staff to implement care plans.
- Worked alongside registered nursing staff and followed care plans.
- Assisted patients with routine exercises to enhance mobility.
- Documented unusual behavior to ensure continuity of care.
- Documented changes in patient care plans for clarity and continuity.
- Recorded daily living activities to monitor patient progress.
CNA Student
First light
Valparaiso, United States
2021.08 - 2021.12
- Transported patients from adult day care to home, ensuring safe and comfortable transitions.
- Reminded patients to take regular bathroom breaks, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Pick patients up from adult day care.
- Provided light grooming assistance to enhance patient comfort and hygiene
- Prepare breakfast, lunch, and or dinner.
- Light exercise.
- Handled laundry tasks to maintain a hygienic environment for residents
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering emotional support and social interaction
Education
High School -
Merrillville High School
Merrillville, United StatesAssociate in Science (A.S.) - Social Work
Ivy tech Community College
Valparaiso, United StatesSkills
- Ambulation support
- Transfer Techniques
- Comfort Care
- Patient assessment
- Basic Nutrition
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional assistance
Languages
English, Proficient (C2)
Timeline
CNA
South Suburban Hospital
2025.05 - Current
Home Health CNA
Amanda Senior Care
2024.01 - 2024.06
CNA Student
Spring Mill
2023.03 - 2023.12
CNA
Towne Centre
2022.09 - 2023.02
CNA Student
First light
2021.08 - 2021.12
Clinic & Event Coordinator
Med-Advo-C
2020.12 - Current
High School -
Merrillville High School
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Social Work
Ivy tech Community College