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Paula Gleason

33 Stephen’s St, Canisteo,NY

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Valley Health Services, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Known for compassionate support and effective teamwork, I enhance patient satisfaction through attentive service and strong organizational skills. Proven ability to assist with personal grooming and ensure comfort, fostering independence in residents have worked both in LTC and rehab .

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Valley Health Services
06.2023 - 07.2025
  • 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. Also worked on rehab unit full time foe a year.

Stocker

Walmart
04.2021 - 05.2023
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.

Toll Collector

New York State Thruway Authority
04.2003 - 10.2019
  • Communicated in English and [Language] to assist motorists and respond to inquiries concerning tolls, directions and routes.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours and special events.
  • Monitored toll lane activity and generated operational reports.
  • Upheld company standards for professional demeanor, consistently delivering courteous service under all circumstances.
  • Operated toll collection equipment and processed toll payments accurately.
  • Collected tolls, provided change and issued receipts to motorists quickly to maintain traffic flow.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.

CNA

Masonic Home
02.1996 - 09.1998
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

CNA

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital
02.1996 - 09.1997
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

CNA

Mohawk Valley Nursing Home
04.1986 - 11.1988
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.

CNA

Noyes Memorial Hospital
02.1985 - 03.1986

Worked med/Surge floor, took vitals, record intake and outputs of residents.

  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Education

GED -

Wayland Central
Wayland ,ny
01-1986

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Recording vital signs
  • Geriatric care
  • Toileting assistance

Timeline

CNA

Valley Health Services
06.2023 - 07.2025

Stocker

Walmart
04.2021 - 05.2023

Toll Collector

New York State Thruway Authority
04.2003 - 10.2019

CNA

Masonic Home
02.1996 - 09.1998

CNA

Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital
02.1996 - 09.1997

CNA

Mohawk Valley Nursing Home
04.1986 - 11.1988

CNA

Noyes Memorial Hospital
02.1985 - 03.1986

GED -

Wayland Central
Paula Gleason