Quatausha Lias
Ovilla,TX
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Compassionate adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Vibra Specialty Hospital
05.2017 - 07.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered high-quality care to 12 patients in hospital facility.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 01.2018
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- 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.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
No Degree - BSN
Arizona College of Nursing
8330 LBJ FWY Dallas, Texas 7524312.2024
Associate of Arts - Registered Nurse
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA05.2014
Skills
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Alcohol Rubs
- Infection Control Procedures
- Trustworthy Companion
- Intercultural Competence
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitoring Fluids
- Patient Assessments
- Calm Under Stress
- Transporting Patients
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Quality Patient Care
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
Vibra Specialty Hospital
05.2017 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Legend Oaks Healthcare And Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 01.2018
No Degree - BSN
Arizona College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - Registered Nurse
Los Angeles Southwest College
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