Rebecca Henry
state certified nurses aide
Madison Va,VA
Summary
Accomplished State Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Madison Health & Rehabilitation Center, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient health monitoring. Skilled in dementia care and emotional support, significantly reduced fall incidents and improved patient engagement. Expert in maintaining strict hygiene standards and adept at using medical equipment for vital signs monitoring.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Health & Rehabilitation Center
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
State Nursing Asistant
Fredericksburg Health and Rehab
07.1982 - 12.2022
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
State Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
07.2006 - 11.2015
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Education
Cna -
Stafford Senior High School
Stafford Va06.1983
Skills
Indirect Patient Care
Certification
state cna certification
cpr certified
Dementia care
Timeline
State Certified Nursing Assistant
Madison Health & Rehabilitation Center
04.2024 - 06.2024
State Nursing Assistant
Heritage Hall Nursing Home
07.2006 - 11.2015
State Nursing Asistant
Fredericksburg Health and Rehab
07.1982 - 12.2022
Cna -
Stafford Senior High School
state cna certification
cpr certified
Dementia care
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