Rikkie Thouvenell

CNA

Skil

Chanute , KS

02.2012 - 02.2014

Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.