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Rena Leslie

Reno,NV

Summary

Proven CNA with a track record of excellence at Northern Nevada Veterans Home, adept in vital signs monitoring and infection control practices. Demonstrates exceptional team collaboration and time management skills. Achieved significant improvements in patient care efficiency and safety. Actively participated in educational programs to enhance healthcare practices. Compassionate Nursing Assistant with experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns. Dedicated professional committed to optimal patient care and assisting medical staff with critical support. Expert in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms, and managing dietary needs. Service-focused professional possessing exceptional organizational abilities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Northern Nevada Veterans Home
Sparks, NV
03.2022 - Current
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

CNA

Advanced Health Care
Reno, NV
08.2016 - 03.2022
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

Mental Health Technician

Spectrum Accountable Care (Lake Crossing)
Reno, NV
08.2015 - 02.2016
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and treatment strategies.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
  • Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage and prevent patient crises effectively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sam Rayburn High School
Pasadena, TX
05-1984

Some College (No Degree) - CNA Certification

Beverly Enterprises
Seattle, WA

Some College (No Degree) - General

Sierra College
Rocklin, CA

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Dressing assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Lifting and transferring

Accomplishments

My current position is lead CNA of my unit Memory Care.

References

Cherie LaVallee RN Supervisor Northern Nevada State Veterans Home   228 234 4682

Cynthia Hughes RN BSN 775 -266 5711  Northern Nevada Veterans Home

Sara Haverson 317 919 4244  former DON Northern Nevada Veterans Home 

Timeline

CNA

Northern Nevada Veterans Home
03.2022 - Current

CNA

Advanced Health Care
08.2016 - 03.2022

Mental Health Technician

Spectrum Accountable Care (Lake Crossing)
08.2015 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Sam Rayburn High School

Some College (No Degree) - CNA Certification

Beverly Enterprises

Some College (No Degree) - General

Sierra College

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