Sarnita Wright Pierce
Columbia,SC
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. 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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurses Aide
Lexington Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Certified Nurses Aide
Delaware Hospital For The Chronically Ill,
03.2012 - 09.2018
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, NY06.1988
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Observation
- Patient Assessments
- Bedside manner
- Electronic Charting
Certification
Certified nurses aide certification
Timeline
Nurses Aide
Lexington Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
Certified Nurses Aide
Delaware Hospital For The Chronically Ill,
03.2012 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
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