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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Intern

Nikelina Chery

Hamden,CT

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Livewell, adept in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrates exceptional compassion and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive support and advocacy. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and teamwork, consistently contributing to a positive healing environment. Achieved a notable increase in patient comfort and safety measures.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Livewell
01.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing 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 when necessary.

CNA

Atria Senior Living
10.2021 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

CNA

Sunrise Senior Living
12.2018 - 06.2022
  • 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.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

Porter Chester

High School Diploma -

Ccp
Haiti
2014

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient transfers
  • Clinical documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Patient advocacy
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Medication assistance
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate
  • Electronic charting
  • Geriatric care
  • Mobility assistance
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Light housekeeping
  • Maintaining privacy

Certification

CNA certification

Timeline

CNA

Livewell
01.2024 - Current

CNA

Atria Senior Living
10.2021 - 06.2024

CNA

Sunrise Senior Living
12.2018 - 06.2022

Porter Chester

High School Diploma -

Ccp

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