Rhonda Waggoner

Work History

Baptist Rehabilitation

Certified Nurse Assistant

Nashville, TN

05.2023 - 08.2023

Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
Communicated back to nurses and therapists regarding patient performance and condition.
Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
Maintained medicine and equipment inventory, issued supplies to staff and notified personnel to procure more stock.
Assisted in patient care activities
Communicated with health and community partners to expedite services for new and existing customers.
Established collaborative relationships with patients through consistent and meaningful communication.
Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Consolidated Staffing

Nashville, TN

06.2023 - Current

Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Supported needs of 70+ residents under long-term care.

Certified Medication Aide

Kempton Of Hermitage

Hermitage, TN

09.2021 - Current

Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.

Developmental Technician

Murci Homes

Nashville, TN

04.2013 - 06.2019

Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Optician Assistant

Valu Vision

Nashville, TN

03.2011 - 03.2012

Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Baptist Rehabilitation

Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Medication Aide

Developmental Technician

Optician Assistant

Education

GED -

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

CNA Licensure - Nursing Assistant

Skills

Work Availability

Timeline

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