Nathaniel DeROSE
Newburgh,NY
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, demonstrated during tenure at Taconic@ Beacon Nursing Home. Excelled in reducing fall incidents and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in basic life support and fostering positive patient relationships, ensuring high-quality care and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Taconic@ Beacon Nursing Home
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Montefiore@ St Luke's Hospital
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and comfort during their stay.
- Delivered high-quality personal care to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Supported nursing staff by accurately obtaining and recording vital signs, promptly notifying nurses of any abnormal results.
- Facilitated patient transfers, positioning, and mobility using proper body mechanics to prevent injury and ensure comfort.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly changing situations, responding promptly to unforeseen patient needs or requests from the nursing staff.
- Communicated and documented pertinent observations and information to maintain complete and accurate record of care given to patient.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients in various stages of recovery.
- Exhibited strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks effectively and completing them in a timely manner without compromising quality of care.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
- Promoted a positive healing environment for patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing needs promptly and effectively.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families by offering empathy, understanding their concerns, answering questions about treatment plans or progress reports when appropriate.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wingate@Beacon
08.2014 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newburgh Free Academy
Newburgh, NY06.2005
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
Additional Information
Served in the United States Marine Corps from 2005-2009. Was Discharged Honorably in 2009. Received Navy Maine Corps Achievement Medal, and Marine corps Good conduct medal.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Taconic@ Beacon Nursing Home
01.2024 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Montefiore@ St Luke's Hospital
03.2018 - 04.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wingate@Beacon
08.2014 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Newburgh Free Academy
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