Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician/Unit Secretary
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
04.2008 - 06.2024
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Performed EKGs, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Education
Certified Nursing Certificate - Health Aide
Nurse Aide Academy
Fort Worth, TX
06-2008
High School Diploma -
O.D. Wyatt High School
2400 Campus Drive
06-1988
Skills
Patient Education
Mobility Assistance
Restocking supplies
Sterilization techniques
Feeding Assistance
Basic nursing care
Emergency Response
Specimen Collection
Information Protection
Patient Observation
Vital signs monitoring
Adaptable
Infection control standards
Data Collection
Clinical Training
Medical Equipment Operation
Professional Bedside Manner
Patient positioning understanding
Patient Services
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Accomplishments
I was elected Co-Chair of the "Fall Committee" of our unit. Meaning coming up with new ways to reduce falls on our unit to continue reaching our goal for the year. Doing so would result in the unit receiving a bonus at the end of the year.