Rachael Hook
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Care Talent
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Ceritfied Nursing Assistant
Senior Care Partners PACE
Kalamazoo, MI
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kellogg Community College
Battle Creek, MISkills
- Caregiver Relations
- Nutrition and Diet
- Emotional and Social Support
- Observation Documentation
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Vital Signs Collection
- Bedsore Prevention
- Linen Replacements
- Feeding Assistance
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Monitoring Fluids
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Health Care Talent
06.2021 - Current
Ceritfied Nursing Assistant
Senior Care Partners PACE
05.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Kellogg Community College
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