Sandra Barrett Sanders
Dalton,GA
Summary
Compassionate Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant with five years of healthcare experience across rehabilitation, assisted living, homecare, and long-term care. Completed phlebotomy training with hands-on practice in venipuncture and blood draws, enhancing patient preparation skills. Aiming to leverage phlebotomy training and direct patient care expertise in a phlebotomy role.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CERTIFIESD NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
STANDIFER PLACE ASSISTED LIVING
Chattanooga, Tennessee
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care by monitoring vital signs and facilitating safe transfers to beds or wheelchairs.
- Assessed vital signs and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Ensured safety during transfers and transports by utilizing proper equipment.
- Supported patients in daily living activities, such as grooming, eating, and toileting.
- Promoted healthy habits through assistance with bathing, shaving, and oral hygiene.
- Demonstrated respect for patient dignity and fostered a courteous environment.
- Responded promptly to signal lights and service requests, contributing to improved patient satisfaction.
Medication Aide/Certified Medication Technician
Dalton square/
Dalton, Georgia
04.2025 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to residents, ensuring adherence to established protocols for safety and effectiveness.
- Monitored patients closely for any signs of adverse reactions to medications or treatments. for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Monitored patient vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure to promptly identify potential health issues.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Welcomed patients warmly at the reception area to create a positive first impression. and families with enthusiasm and compassion, fostering trust and rapport for enhanced patient care.
Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA Preceptor
Quinton Memorial Health & Rehabilitation
Dalton, Georgia
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and techniques.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Served meals and assisted with feeding to ensure residents received proper nutrition.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents to maintain comfort and prevent pressure ulcers using proper body mechanics.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Demonstrated compassionate care to residents facing end-of-life issues. and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents through regular sanitization.
Home Care Provider
Quality First Healthcare
Lawrenceville, Georgia
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered compassionate in-home care, improving clients' overall quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing and personal hygiene.
- Coordinated care by effectively communicating with families and healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Provided mental and emotional support, fostering client well-being and resilience.
- Utilized appropriate transfer techniques to assist clients with mobility issues.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, such as vacuuming, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Ensured compliance with home health care regulations and HIPAA standards.
- Maintained current knowledge of home health care trends and practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anchovy Secondary /high School
Jamaica WI12-1986
Skills
- vital sign monitoring
- Medication delivery
- Patient monitoring
- Record documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Care coordination
Infection control
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Venipuncture
- Capillary puncture
- Blood sample collection
- Specimen handling
- Sample labeling
- Specimen transport
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
- Georgia CNA - certified April 30 ,2023
- Certified Medication Aide/ Medication Technician (med tech) 2023
- BLS/ CPR - current
- Phlebotomy Technician Training -completed July 29,2026
NHA Phlebotomy Certification Exam Pending
Timeline
CERTIFIESD NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
STANDIFER PLACE ASSISTED LIVING
01.2026 - Current
Medication Aide/Certified Medication Technician
Dalton square/
04.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA Preceptor
Quinton Memorial Health & Rehabilitation
10.2023 - 12.2025
Home Care Provider
Quality First Healthcare
08.2022 - 07.2023
High School Diploma -
Anchovy Secondary /high School