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Robin Forde
DeRidder,LA
Summary
Dedicated CNA with expertise in patient care, vital sign monitoring, and infection control. Committed to providing compassionate support and maintaining a safe environment for optimal patient wellness.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Beauregard Health System
DeRidder, Louisiana
09.1989 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene care.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to enhance personal hygiene and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, and assisting with ambulation and positioning to promote comfort and safety.
- Monitored food intake and output according to nursing staff instructions.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients in the facility.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LASkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control
- Patient safety
- Mobility assistance
- Personal hygiene support
- Medical terminology
Certification
- MOAB Training
- CPR
Timeline
CNA
Beauregard Health System
09.1989 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
McNeese State University