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Nola Blaine

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Medilodge Of Kalamazoo
01.2015 - Current
  • 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.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • 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.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • 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.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Supported needs of 100+ residents under long-term care.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Loy Norrix High School
Kalamazoo, MI
05.2003

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Observing Responses
  • Patient Relations
  • Patient Lifting
  • Transporting Patients
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Care Plan Implementation
  • Maintaining Privacy
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Compassionate Caregiver
  • Reliable Transportation
  • Valid State Driver's License
  • Patient Assessments
  • Adaptable
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Patient Management
  • Trustworthy Companion
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Compassionate
  • Feeding Assistance Expert
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Inpatient Care
  • Reliable Team Player
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Tube Feedings and Medications Familiarity

Timeline

CNA

Medilodge Of Kalamazoo
01.2015 - Current

Diploma - General Studies

Loy Norrix High School
Nola Blaine