Rachel Seller
Cherokee
Summary
Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Work History
CNA
Home Care Assistance
Des Moines
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
CNA
Greenbrier Village and Burgandy Place
Enid
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Harrisburg
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Elderly Caregiver
Charlotte's Angels
Joplin
- Encouraged social interaction between clients and their families.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client.
- Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
- Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings.
- Provided emotional support during end-of-life transitions.
- Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards related to eldercare services.
- Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
Education
CNA License
10-2022
Skills
- Basic life support
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
- Infection control practices
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Multitasking and organization
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Feeding assistance
- Emotional support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Lifting and transferring
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Timeline
CNA - Home Care Assistance
CNA - Greenbrier Village and Burgandy Place
Caregiver - Home Instead Senior Care Home
Elderly Caregiver - Charlotte's Angels
Autry Technology - , CNA License
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