Penny Shivers

Certified Nursing Assistant

Treutle Nursing Home

07.2014 - 01.2023

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.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
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.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
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.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Supported needs of residents under long-term care.

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