Nyasia Cooper
Utica,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Pines Nursing and Rehab
Utica, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Hha/Pca
Presbyterian Residential Home
New Hartford, New York
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Instructed family members on how best to provide care for their loved one when needed.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Massaged patients or applied liniment, alcohol rubs or heat-lamp stimulation.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Provided respite services for family members who need time away from caring for their loved ones.
- Organized client's personal items for easy access during daily activities.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Arranged recreational activities that promote socialization between clients in order for them to remain active within their community.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences of the client.
- Participated in team meetings with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside home.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients who were ill or had disabilities.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
- Helped keep track of medical supplies used by the client throughout the day.
- Answered questions from family members about the care being provided to the client.
- Changed bed linens regularly ensuring a clean environment for the client at all times.
- Observed changes in client's physical or mental condition and reported any changes immediately to supervisor or case manager.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Provided companionship services to patients in their homes, including reading aloud, playing board games and engaging in conversation.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Accompanied clients on errands outside the home such as shopping trips and doctor visits.
- Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Maintained records of patient care, progress or problems to report and discuss observations.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
Cashier Team Lead
Walmart
Utica, NY
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Answered customers' questions and provided information on store procedures or policies.
- Analyzed sales data reports to identify trends in customer buying habits.
- Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
- Provided guidance to cashiers on how to accurately ring up customers' purchases.
- Scanned, priced, and bagged customer groceries quickly to keep lines moving.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
Education
GED -
Boces
Utica, NY10-2014
Skills
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Attention to detail
- Toileting assistance
- Health monitoring
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking and organization
- Conflict resolution
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Clinical documentation
- Problem-solving
- Emergency response
- Basic life support
- Infection control practices
- Active listening
- End-of-life care
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
CNA
Pines Nursing and Rehab
01.2024 - Current
Hha/Pca
Presbyterian Residential Home
12.2021 - 09.2023
Cashier Team Lead
Walmart
02.2020 - 11.2021
GED -
Boces