NATASHA DAVIS
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with extensive experience, delivering exceptional patient care and emotional support. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and medication administration, I foster positive relationships through active listening and cultural sensitivity, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents with complex health needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
NCJ
01.2018 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CNA
Brookshire Nursing and Rehab
06.2012 - 01.2018
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
Medication assistance
Cultural sensitivity
Emotional support
Complex Problem-solving
Maintaining confidentiality
HIPAA compliance
Patient care
Feeding assistance
Dressing assistance
Toileting assistance
Basic life support
Compassionate communication
Multitasking and organization
Active listening
Attention to detail
Vital signs monitoring
Medication administration
End-of-life care
Critical thinking
Emergency response
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
CNA
NCJ
01.2018 - Current
CNA
Brookshire Nursing and Rehab
06.2012 - 01.2018
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Houston Community College