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Naquana Howard

Augusta,Select Option To Choose

Summary

Caring Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate and impactful care for patients in all health and living conditions. Committed to integrating new and emerging care techniques. Dedicated to individualized healthcare planning to provide optimal outcomes. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician, Med Surg/Pediatric PICU

Doctors Hospital
09.2017 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity
  • Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Augusta Health And Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 09.2017
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Place At Deans Bridge
06.2006 - 09.2010
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Aiken Technical College
Graniteville, SC
01.2026

High School Diploma -

Josey High School
Augusta, GA
06.2000

Skills

  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EKG Interpretation
  • Patient Observation
  • Specimen Collection
  • CNA Certification

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant


Timeline

Patient Care Technician, Med Surg/Pediatric PICU

Doctors Hospital
09.2017 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Augusta Health And Rehabilitation
10.2010 - 09.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Place At Deans Bridge
06.2006 - 09.2010

Associate of Science - Nursing

Aiken Technical College

High School Diploma -

Josey High School
Naquana Howard