Sacha Skinner
Williamston,NC
Summary
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. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient 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
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Aide
Shipman Family Health Care
Kinston, NC
08.2015 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Mental Health CST
Dreams Provider Care
Washington , NC
05.2008 - 07.2017
- Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Strategized with clinical team to prevent inmate diversion, abuse and recidivism.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Mental Health Technician
Bridging The Gap
Plymouth, North Carolinia
10.2005 - 10.2007
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Health
Plymouth, North Carolinia
03.1997 - 07.2005
- 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.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Martin Community College
Williamston, NCHigh School Diploma -
Williamston High School
Williamston, NC06.1995
Skills
- Fluid Measurement
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Bedsore Prevention
- Emotional and Social Support
- Observation Documentation
- Caregiver Relations
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Basic Life Support
- Patient-Focused Care
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Conducting Intakes
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Documenting Behaviors
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Responding to Emergencies
- Universal Precautions
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Calm Under Stress
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Consistent Follow Through
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Emotional Intelligence
Timeline
Certified Nurse Aide
Shipman Family Health Care
08.2015 - Current
Mental Health CST
Dreams Provider Care
05.2008 - 07.2017
Mental Health Technician
Bridging The Gap
10.2005 - 10.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Covenant Health
03.1997 - 07.2005
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Martin Community College
High School Diploma -
Williamston High School
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