Nataliah Scarbrough
Meridian,MS
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at East Mississippi State Hospital and Trend Health and Rehab, excelling in delivering high-quality personal care and fostering positive patient relationships through effective communication and empathy. Skilled in monitoring vital signs and ensuring patient safety, I have significantly contributed to enhancing patient wellbeing and comfort.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trend Health and Rehab
Meridian, MS
08.2024 - Current
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
East Mississippi State Hospital
Meridian, MS
11.2023 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Home Instead
Meridian, MS
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Education
Still Attending - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MSSkills
- 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
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, and glucose levels
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
Certification
BLS, Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trend Health and Rehab
08.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Home Instead
01.2024 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
East Mississippi State Hospital
11.2023 - 09.2024
Still Attending - Nursing
Meridian Community College