Rahnya Sowell-Childress
Machesney Park,IL
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with expertise in patient care and daily living assistance. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and collaborating with healthcare teams to uphold high standards of care. Committed to delivering compassionate support, meeting patient needs, and achieving optimal outcomes through attentive and empathetic care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored patients' vital signs, reporting significant changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
- Trained new CNAs on best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe care environment.
- Advocated for patients' needs, fostering effective communication between patients and medical teams.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Caregiver for Family Member
Private Caregiving Services
05.2020 - Current
- Provided personal support in the home for an average of [x] new clients per month
- Provided one-on-one assistance to clients on a daily basis to ensure proper treatment and care
- Provided meal preparation for an average of [x] new clients per month
- Assisted with medical appointments for an average of [x] new clients per month
- Conducted home assessments for an average of [x] new clients per month
- Delivered quality care to an average of [x] new clients per month
Nursing Aid
Trustwell Living
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Delivered more than [x] meals per week, ensuring the highest quality of care
- Ensured every client was well fed, clean, and safe at all times
- Assisted with an average of [x] new clients per month
- Achieved top ratings and maintained consistent communication with clients
- Provided one-on-one assistance to clients on a daily basis to ensure proper treatment and care
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Goldie Floberg
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Handled all direct support issues in a timely, professional, and courteous manner
- Portrayed a clear image of the company to the public and media, ensuring the company's positive reputation
- Researched and resolved problems and customer issues 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Educated clients concerning their disability and the proper care and treatment for their condition
- Resolved conflicts with customers and the management team in a professional and courteous manner
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Milestone
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Provided personalized care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans to enhance client engagement and skill development.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles for clients by assisting with meal planning, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
Education
certified nursing assistant -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL03.2024
Highschool - undefined
Auburn Highschool
Rockford, IL05.2020
Skills
- Caregiving
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft excel
- English
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient transfers
- Compassionate communication
- Emotional support
- Complex Problem-solving
- Clinical documentation
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Direct patient care
- Bathing assistance
Languages
English
Timeline
CNA
OSF St. Anthony Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
Nursing Aid
Trustwell Living
12.2023 - 05.2024
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Goldie Floberg
04.2022 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Milestone
04.2022 - 03.2023
Caregiver for Family Member
Private Caregiving Services
05.2020 - Current
Highschool - undefined
Auburn Highschool
certified nursing assistant -
Rock Valley College
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