Riesha Veal-Jackson
Macon,GA
Summary
I am a Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Archway Transitional Care
03.2023 - 04.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Clinical Technician
Coliseum Medical Center
01.2017 - 05.2021
- Ensured a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control procedures and proper equipment handling techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, gathering vital signs, medical histories, and presenting symptoms for accurate diagnosis.
- Helped maintain a clean clinical environment through regular equipment sterilization procedures, reducing the risk of infections or complications.
- Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication skills.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Assisted with research into Area of study by conducting required experiments.
- Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pruitt Health -Eastside
12.2010 - 06.2015
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
Education
No Degree - CNA
America Professional Institute
Macon, GA12.2010
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Macon, GA05.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Basic Life Support
- Electronic Charting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balancePersonal development programsCareer advancementQuote
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Archway Transitional Care
03.2023 - 04.2024
Clinical Technician
Coliseum Medical Center
01.2017 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pruitt Health -Eastside
12.2010 - 06.2015
No Degree - CNA
America Professional Institute
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
Similar Profiles
Nicole WashingtonNicole Washington
LPN Charge Nurse at Archway Transitional CareLPN Charge Nurse at Archway Transitional Care
Gwendolyn HolseyGwendolyn Holsey
RAI Director at Archway Transitional CareRAI Director at Archway Transitional Care
Shirley LiShirley Li
Licensed Vocational Nurse and Registered Nurse at The Avenues Transitional Care CenterLicensed Vocational Nurse and Registered Nurse at The Avenues Transitional Care Center
Donnovan DiazDonnovan Diaz
Customer Support Specialist at Eagleview TechnologiesCustomer Support Specialist at Eagleview Technologies
Qanisha PittsQanisha Pitts
Cashier Manager at Sportsman Package 1Cashier Manager at Sportsman Package 1