Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with 11 years of 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.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Facilitator
Integrated Speech Solutions/ Stepping Stones Group
03.2023 - Current
Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
Led virtual training sessions using web-based platforms while maintaining high levels of participant interaction and engagement throughout the event duration.
Served as a resource for trainees post-session completion by providing follow-up support via email or phone consultations.
Tailored facilitation styles to accommodate virtual and in-person settings, ensuring consistent engagement levels.
Enhanced learning outcomes with integration of multimedia tools and interactive exercises.
Enhanced participant retention by developing engaging follow-up materials and activities.
Scheduled IEP meetings
Managed proper paper work.
Worked with all school aged children
Certified Nursing Assistant
FlexRN
10.2020 - 03.2023
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
ADL documentation/charting
Supported wellness goals with Covid 19 positive inmates.
Emergency Response team.
Obtained temperature checks and assisted in Covid 19 positive wings.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care Center
02.2019 - 10.2021
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RN/LPN informed of changes.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Participated in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Cared for average of 18 patients per 12 in a long term care facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wyoming Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2015 - 06.2021
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RN/LPN informed of changes.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Participated in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Cared for average of 18 patients per 12 hr in a long term care facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Trinity Health Care
Logan, WV
09.2009
High School Diploma -
Man HIgh School
Man, WV
05.2008
Home Health Aid - Health Occupations
Ralph R Willis Career And Technical Center
Stollings, WV
05.2008
Skills
Feeding assistance expert
Observing responses
Recording vital signs
Supporting personal needs
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Measuring bodily fluids
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Patient Management
Conducting intakes
Transporting patients
Patient-focused care
Documenting behaviors
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Chronic disease management
Adaptable
Indirect Patient Care
Efficient and reliable team player
Direct Patient Care
Compassionate caregiver
Outpatient care
Patient Assessments
Inpatient care
Responding to emergencies
Medical office administration
Companionship and emotional support
Medical Records Management
Meetings notices
Office work
CPR and first aid
Timeline
Speech Facilitator
Integrated Speech Solutions/ Stepping Stones Group
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
FlexRN
10.2020 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care Center
02.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wyoming Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
07.2015 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Speech Therapist Assistant (SLPA in Training) at Stepping Stones to Success Speech TherapySpeech Therapist Assistant (SLPA in Training) at Stepping Stones to Success Speech Therapy