Ricca Davey
Columbia,SC
Summary
Passionate Certified Nursing Assistant and student nurse skilled in direct patient care, advocacy, and organization. I am interested in gaining experience as a patient care technician in a hospital setting, preferably in a NICU or postpartum unit. As a current student nurse at ECPI University, I am in the process of obtaining my associate’s degree in nursing and will be graduating in June of 2026. Upon graduation, I will be looking to start my career in labor and delivery or NICU nursing. Some of my best qualities are compassion, empathy, and advocacy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seven Oaks Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted in mobility exercises, enhancing patient strength and coordination post-surgery.
- Educated patients on proper techniques for self-care and disease management strategies.
- 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.
- 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.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
OPUS Post-acute Rehabilitation Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients and families during rehabilitation processes.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
Columbia, SC06-2026
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Cordova, SC06-2021
Pre-Nursing Certificate -
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC12-2024
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic life support
- Safety precautions
- End-of-life care
- Electronic charting
- Medical terminology
- Blood glucose testing
- EMR / EHR
- CNA certification
- Patient care
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Mental Health First Aid USA
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seven Oaks Rehabilitation Center
07.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
OPUS Post-acute Rehabilitation Center
10.2023 - 04.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
High School Diploma -
Edisto High School
Pre-Nursing Certificate -
Midlands Technical College