Rakainja Duff
El Dorado,AR
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at South Arkansas Regional Hospital, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Recognized for training new staff and maintaining meticulous patient records, ensuring high-quality care delivery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
El Dorado, AR
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity in care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems.
- Supported nursing team by preparing rooms and managing medical supplies efficiently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timberland Nursing & Rehab
El Dorado, AR
04.2013 - 11.2026
- Educated patients and families on care plans, medications, and health practices effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies consistently.
- Trained new staff on procedures, safety protocols, and patient care standards.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Bookkeeping Assistant
Superman Express LLC
El Dorado, AR
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Processed and recorded financial transactions accurately in accounting software.
- Assisted with monthly reconciliations, ensuring precise account balances.
- Maintained organized filing systems for invoices and financial documents.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline bookkeeping processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Assisted management with administrative aspects of hiring and onboarding new hires and temporary staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
El Dorado, AR
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Consistently maintained a clean, organized living environment for patients to promote comfort and reduce stress levels.
- Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakridge Nursing Home
El Dorado, AR
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment diligently.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Cafeteria Supervisor
El Dorado School District
El Dorado, AR
02.2002 - 05.2007
- Supervised daily cafeteria operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation and service standards.
- Developed menus in alignment with nutritional guidelines and student preferences.
- Implemented inventory management systems, reducing waste and optimizing supply usage.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of quality food supplies.
- Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
- Collected payments and observed customers for suspicious behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Arkansans Community College
El Dorado, ARHigh School Diploma -
EL Dorado High School.
El Dorado, AR05-2000
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Phlebotomy Training - 1/30/26 (able to draw blood)
Languages
English
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Bookkeeping Assistant
Superman Express LLC
05.2018 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
06.2015 - 10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timberland Nursing & Rehab
04.2013 - 11.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakridge Nursing Home
08.2007 - 05.2010
Cafeteria Supervisor
El Dorado School District
02.2002 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
South Arkansans Community College
High School Diploma -
EL Dorado High School.