Casandra N. Forbes
covington,Georgia
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Fountainview Center-Alzhmr's
Atlanta, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Emergency Department Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
Decatur, GA
02.2020 - 12.2023
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
Companion Aid
Nurses and companions Health Care
Conyers, GA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Worked as a companion to elderly individuals, making life easier and filling
- Conversing with them on a daily and reminiscing on their lives and the paths they've taken
- Being a listening ear and a helping hand
Youth Care Worker
Childrens Home Society
Miami, FL
10.2011 - 01.2017
- Oversee the programs implemented for the youths to participate in, encourage teens about the pros and cons of a good education
- Assisting the youths in their daily activities
Mental Health Technician (MHT)
Childrens Home Society
Homestead, FL
11.2013 - 04.2014
- To aid and assist the patients in the facility with their engagement in programs, assisting the nurses with the patients
Youth Counselor
Bay Point Schools
Homestead, FL
08.2007 - 12.2009
- Counseled and advised youth with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders
- Counseled youths referred to the program by the state
- Maintained case load of clients who have complex personal and family problems
- Helped developed treatment plans and monthly progress of each participant
Security
Security Management
Miami, FL
02.2006 - 07.2006
- Developed, implemented and administered all segments of the company's security program, including physical, technical, and electronic security
- Provided continual consultation and written reports to management
- Created and retained case management records for all investigations and security program operations
Youth Counselor
YMCA
Miami, FL
05.2005 - 04.2006
- Oversaw the development of program activities for 15 children & youth between 5-13 yrs old
- Designed, scheduled and implemented programs and activities for each school semester & summer program
- Created a clear channel of communication with parents
- Maintained policies and established excellent rapport
Residential Care Assistant
American Rehabilitation Services
Miami, FL
05.2002 - 12.2005
- Supervised seven direct care staff that assisted six mentally challenged individuals
- Trained new hires in company policies and procedures
- Aided and assisted mentally challenged individuals with day treatment program activities
Youth Counselor
American Rehabilitation Services
Miami, FL
08.2002 - 08.2004
- Organized recreational activities for youth between the ages of 6-13 years old
- Supervised a team of 3 counselors and 15 youth workers
- Implemented creative expression programs that built youth self-esteem
- Organized the first talent show and traveled to various locations to perform
Education
CNA prep program -
Athens, GA11.2023
diploma -
01.2008
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Compassionate communication
- Provides basic emergency care and support to patients in an emergency or urgent care setting
Timeline
CNA
Fountainview Center-Alzhmr's
01.2024 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2023
Companion Aid
Nurses and companions Health Care
01.2018 - 01.2020
Mental Health Technician (MHT)
Childrens Home Society
11.2013 - 04.2014
Youth Care Worker
Childrens Home Society
10.2011 - 01.2017
Youth Counselor
Bay Point Schools
08.2007 - 12.2009
Security
Security Management
02.2006 - 07.2006
Youth Counselor
YMCA
05.2005 - 04.2006
Youth Counselor
American Rehabilitation Services
08.2002 - 08.2004
Residential Care Assistant
American Rehabilitation Services
05.2002 - 12.2005
CNA prep program -
diploma -
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