Nancy Olson
CNA
Brewster,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Greater Love Care Givers
Orleans, MA
02.2020 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Dell Sandwich
Chatham Perk
Chatham, MA
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Greeted guests, promoted specials and took orders.
- Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information.
- Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
- Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
CNA
Maple Wood Assisted Living
Brewster, MA
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Waitress
The Yardarm
Orleans, MA
04.2005 - 06.2013
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
Cook/ Waitress/Bookkeeper/dishwasher
Nonnies Restaurant
Orleans, MA
01.1980 - 06.2010
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cape Cod Regional Technical School
Harwich, MA06.1984
Skills
- Caregiver Relations
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Medication Assistance
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Bed Transfers
- Bathing and Dressing
- Assisted Living
- CNA Certification
Timeline
CNA
Greater Love Care Givers
02.2020 - Current
CNA
Maple Wood Assisted Living
04.2016 - 01.2017
Dell Sandwich
Chatham Perk
03.2015 - 04.2017
Waitress
The Yardarm
04.2005 - 06.2013
Cook/ Waitress/Bookkeeper/dishwasher
Nonnies Restaurant
01.1980 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Cape Cod Regional Technical School
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