Sandra Waters
Hinsdale,NH
Summary
Compassionate LNA with expertise in patient care, emotional support, and vital sign monitoring. Committed to maintaining a safe environment and ensuring quality care for all patients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LNA
Pine Heights At Brattleboro Center For Nursing & Rehab
Brattleboro, Vermont
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported patients during mealtime, ensuring proper nutrition intake.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to established protocols.
- Ensured all equipment was properly sanitized between uses.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior, reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients within the facility or outside areas as required.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing and feeding.
- Kept rooms clean and orderly; changed linens; stocked supplies.
- Helped transfer patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using appropriate safety techniques.
- Greeted visitors in a friendly manner; provided directions when needed.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels of assigned patients according to hospital protocol.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
lna
Thompson House Nursing Home
Brattleboro, Vermont
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Transported patients safely within the facility for various appointments and therapies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels of assigned patients according to hospital protocol.
- Kept rooms clean and orderly; changed linens; stocked supplies.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior, reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
- Educated patients on proper hygiene practices and nutrition guidelines.
- Assisted nurses with medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and administering medication.
Lna
Vernon Homes
Vernon, VT
01.2010 - 07.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients in care.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs in a timely manner.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support for family members during difficult times.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels of assigned patients according to hospital protocol.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as cleaning bathrooms, dusting furniture, changing curtains and linens.
- Helped transfer patients from bed to wheelchair and vice versa using appropriate safety techniques.
- Encouraged socialization among residents through activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Ensured all equipment was properly sanitized between uses.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing and feeding.
- Kept rooms clean and orderly; changed linens; stocked supplies.
- Educated patients on proper hygiene practices and nutrition guidelines.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior, reporting any changes to the nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Community Collage of Vermont
Brattleboro, VT01-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant in Training
National Healthcare Association
Keene, NHSkills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Specimen collection
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Patient ambulation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Verbal communication
- Task prioritization
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
Affiliations
I am a strong LNA who can multitask and take care of multiple people at a time. Compassion and care can go a long way. And I feel it is very important for the patients to feel you are with them through this journey and will do what is necessary to help get them to a better point so they can go home.
Timeline
LNA
Pine Heights At Brattleboro Center For Nursing & Rehab
09.2023 - Current
lna
Thompson House Nursing Home
09.2018 - 08.2023
Lna
Vernon Homes
01.2010 - 07.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Community Collage of Vermont
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant in Training
National Healthcare Association