Natasha Ringgold
Elkton,MD
Summary
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christiana Care Health System
10.2008 - Current
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Home Health Aide
Adventist Health System
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Collaborated with other fitness professionals to design effective cross-training programs.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Fostered a positive workout environment with upbeat energy and professional demeanor.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's University
Lancaster, PA12-2024
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Cecil College
Elkton, MD05-2016
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Trustworthy companion
- Maintaining privacy
- Healthcare ethics
- Safety Precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate caregiver
Accomplishments
My greatest accomplishment is putting myself through nursing school.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Adventist Health System
06.2019 - 05.2020
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
07.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Christiana Care Health System
10.2008 - Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's University
Associate of Science - Exercise Science
Cecil College
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