Robin Forde
Deridder,LA
Summary
Dynamic Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Beauregard Health System, demonstrating exceptional patient care and HIPAA compliance. Excelled in enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate caregiving and efficient vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to adapt to diverse patient needs, improving health outcomes and fostering positive relationships.
Offering caring and supportive nature, ready to thrive in healthcare setting and eager to learn and grow. Delivers foundational understanding of patient care principles and basic medical procedures. Ready to use and develop strong communication and patient care skills in Work from role.
Offering caring and supportive nature, ready to thrive in healthcare setting and eager to learn and grow. Delivers foundational understanding of patient care principles and basic medical procedures. Ready to use and develop strong communication and patient care skills in Work From Home role.
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Patient-focused {CNA} with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Work From Home] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Knowledgeable with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Knowledgeable with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beauregard Health System
09.1989 - Current
- 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.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- 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 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to Med Sur patients in hospital facility.
Correctional Officer
Phelps Correctional Center
06.2002 - 10.2004
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout process.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within correctional setting, promoting inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Streamlined inmate check-in and processing, increasing efficiency.
- Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting safer environment.
- Enhanced staff training programs, leading to improved operational standards.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Monitored surveillance equipment to detect and prevent unauthorized activities.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beauregard Nursing Home
10.1983 - 08.1996
- 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.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth High School
Elizabeth, LA05-1978
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Mobility assistance
- Medical terminology
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Patient lifting
- Ambulation assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Inpatient care
- Geriatric care
- Patient relationship building
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Trustworthy companion
- Feeding assistance
- Specimen collection
- Valid LA driver's license
- Patient relations
- Indirect patient care
- Condition monitoring
- Observing responses
- Conducting intakes
- Pediatric care
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Toileting assistance
- Performing patient intakes
- Admitting support
- Family support and assistance
- Able to lift 40 pounds
- Intake recording
- Range of motion exercises
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Vital sign recording
- Monitoring fluids
- CNA certification
- Vital signs
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizure
- Self-defense techniques
- Safety
- Facility security
- Gang awareness
- Belongings inspection
- Contraband detection
- Safety and security
- Written communication
- Incident reporting
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- [LA Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Phelps Correctional Center
06.2002 - 10.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beauregard Health System
09.1989 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beauregard Nursing Home
10.1983 - 08.1996
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth High School
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