Saundra Badhe
East Granby,CT
Summary
Dedicated CNA with expertise in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and effective communication. Proven ability to deliver individualized care and support patients, ensuring comfort and satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
ComForCare
Avon, CT
08.2022 - Current
CNA
McClean Nursing Home Facility
Simsbury, CT
07.2018 - 01.2020
CNA
ComForcare Home Care
Avon, CT
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Provided compassionate care to clients, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes in health status for timely interventions.
- Implemented individualized care plans, collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize client outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring comfort and safety during transportation within the home environment.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and communicated updates to family members effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, enhancing emotional well-being through companionship and support.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Goodwin College
Hartford, CT05.2014
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
CNA
ComForCare
08.2022 - Current
CNA
McClean Nursing Home Facility
07.2018 - 01.2020
CNA
ComForcare Home Care
05.2014 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Goodwin College