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Natasha Brown

Saint Louis,MO

Summary

Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Friendship Village of Chesterfield, skilled in vital sign monitoring and electronic health records. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through emotional support and effective communication. Trained new staff, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring adherence to infection control practices and promoting resident dignity.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Cna/Cmt

Friendship Village of Chesterfield
01.2021 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate care atmosphere.
  • Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
  • Trained new staff on essential caregiving techniques and safety procedures.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Cna

Griswold Home Health Care
12.2019 - Current

Assisting residents with there daily living at there home

Doing light housekeeping

Meal prep

Bathing

Cna

Breeze Park
10.2018 - 01.2021
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident environments through regular inspections.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement personalized care plans for residents.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Trained new staff on protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Education

No Degree - Cmt Course

South County Tech
South County Mo

No Degree - Cna Course

North Tech
North County

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arizona College of Nursing
Maryland Heights, MO
12.2028

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Mers Excel Center
St. Louis City
03.2022

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Electronic health records
  • Infection control practices
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Emotional support provision
  • Staff training and mentorship
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bathing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Medication assistance
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Toileting assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient lifting
  • Electronic charting
  • Direct patient care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care

Timeline

Cna/Cmt

Friendship Village of Chesterfield
01.2021 - Current

Cna

Griswold Home Health Care
12.2019 - Current

Cna

Breeze Park
10.2018 - 01.2021

No Degree - Cmt Course

South County Tech

No Degree - Cna Course

North Tech

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Arizona College of Nursing

High School Diploma - Basic Studies

Mers Excel Center