Santayne Neal
DOWNEY,CA
Summary
Proactive individual focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Skilled in overseeing acute and chronic conditions and certified in [Area of certification]. With compassion and attention to detail, she is skilled at addressing patient needs. Capable of caring for patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Patients with limited mobility were assisted by transporting them in and out of bed and wheelchairs. With a well-organized nature and proactive mentality, I am an open and clear communicator. Patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences were reviewed to ensure they received appropriate diets. While serving patients of all backgrounds, I am committed to maximizing patient satisfaction, safety, and wellness. Physically assisted patients with activities of daily living such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, and toileting. Observant and dependable, with a pleasant bedside manner and sufficient physical fitness to handle all patient needs. Interacts with patients from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. With current [Type] qualifications, friendly and team-oriented. Capable of caring for patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Gardens Convalescent Center of Long Beach
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Assist nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams with patient care activities to improve efficiency and patient satisfaction
- Keep track of how the residents behave
- Took care of all of the residents' daily needs
- Concerns, observations, opportunities, and successes are discussed with coworkers and management
- Interaction with patients on a daily basis
- Provide physical assistance to patients with daily activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, and exercising
- Replenish the personal hygiene and medical supplies in patients' rooms
- Cancer patients are admitted to the program
- Keep track of the patient's condition and make note of any significant changes, which should be reported to the doctor and the family
- Assisted with daily tasks such as cleaning, feeding, and changing while maintaining the dignity and privacy of the client at all times
- Evaluate the needs of the patients
- Ensure that a clean and sanitized environment is maintained for patients by following infection control procedures.
CNA Student
El Rancho Vista Healthcare Center
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting, and transferring residents were all tasks I assisted with
- Assisted elderly patients with all daily living tasks in order to improve their quality of life.
Caregiver
Margaret Mcghee
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Caring for family member
- Feeding
- Bathing
- Assist with wound care
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Certified Nurses Aide
- Clinical Excellence.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buena Park Nursing Center
02.2023 - 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.
- 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.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Education
Nursing - Pre-Certification/Nurse Assistant -
Tri-Cities ROP
01.2019
High School Diploma -
Manual Arts Sr High School
01.1986
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing Assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Basic Life Support
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- End of life care
- Adaptable
- Patient Lifting
- Transfer Techniques
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Ambulation Assistance
- Healthcare ethics
Certification
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Direct patient care
- Observing responses
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Supporting personal needs
- Adaptable
- Patient-focused care
- Documenting behaviors
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate
- Companionship and emotional support
- Compassionate caregiver
- Responding to emergencies
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buena Park Nursing Center
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Gardens Convalescent Center of Long Beach
09.2019 - 09.2021
CNA Student
El Rancho Vista Healthcare Center
07.2019 - 08.2019
Caregiver
Margaret Mcghee
09.2017 - 12.2017
Nursing - Pre-Certification/Nurse Assistant -
Tri-Cities ROP
High School Diploma -
Manual Arts Sr High School
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Direct patient care
- Observing responses
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Supporting personal needs
- Adaptable
- Patient-focused care
- Documenting behaviors
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Measuring bodily fluids
- Feeding assistance expert
- Patient privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate
- Companionship and emotional support
- Compassionate caregiver
- Responding to emergencies
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