Rashida Norwood Thomas
Nashville,TN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong background in patient support, effective communication, and attention to detail. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through dedicated care and emotional support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Behavioral Health Specialist
Ascension St Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to patients during daily activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment to promote patient health and safety.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records to ensure comprehensive health tracking.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient responses to treatments, reporting significant changes to nursing staff.
- Encouraged patient participation in therapeutic activities to foster engagement and recovery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to minimize risk of illness among patients.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients in transferring and ambulating safely.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and promoting comfort.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices to enhance overall health and self-care.
- Assisted with nutritional needs by preparing and serving meals tailored to patient preferences.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
CNA BHA LEAD
Arbor Wellness
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with mobility, ensuring safe transfers and support during ambulation.
- Monitored patient conditions by observing changes in behavior and physical health.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging healthcare experiences.
CNA Asistant Living
Creekside Heath and Rehab
Nashville, TN
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs to identify changes in health status.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient conditions and care plans.
CNA
Hickory Gardens
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers to enhance comfort and safety.
- Monitored patients' emotional well-being by providing companionship and support.
- Administered personal hygiene care, ensuring dignity and respect for each patient.
CNA
Whites Creek Health and Rehabilitation
Nashville, Tennessee
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers to enhance comfort and safety.
- Monitored patients' emotional well-being by providing companionship and support.
- Administered personal hygiene care, ensuring dignity and respect for each patient.
CNA
Good Samaritan Health & Rehab
Antioch, Tennessee
12.2011 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with mobility and transfers to enhance comfort and safety.
- Monitored patients' emotional well-being by providing companionship and support.
- Administered personal hygiene care, ensuring dignity and respect for each patient.
Education
Frank H Morrell
Irvington, NJSkills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Lead Behavioral Health Associate II
- Healthcare
- PC
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Completed 1/2001 To Present
- Behavioral Health Associate
- Completed 11/2005 To Present
- Lead Behavior Health Tech
- Completed 8/2022 To Present
Websites
Affiliations
- Native jewelry creator.
- Avid Reader
- Fashion design
- Cultural arts
Rashida Norwood Thomas
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Behavioral Health Associate
- To Hire
- Experience in Healthcare field working in long-term care and Psychiatric for over 25 years of experience.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Behavioral Health Specialist
Ascension St Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital
08.2024 - Current
CNA BHA LEAD
Arbor Wellness
06.2022 - 08.2023
CNA Asistant Living
Creekside Heath and Rehab
02.2022 - 04.2023
CNA
Hickory Gardens
09.2020 - 10.2021
CNA
Whites Creek Health and Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 10.2020
CNA
Good Samaritan Health & Rehab
12.2011 - 12.2018
Frank H Morrell