Selena Givens
Sulphur Springs,TX
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric 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. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in patient care and hospital administrative functions. Strong patient care skills combined with excellent patient evaluation and advocacy. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide exceptional care and patient education. Analytical and strategic [Job Title] with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Enthusiastic [Job Title] eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of [Task] and training in [Skill]. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in [Industry]. Experienced [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Industry]. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Reliable Intern studying [Area of study] seeks an internship opportunity to expand skills and gain valuable real-world experience. Hardworking and driven to work quickly and effectively on projects in all types of environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Cypress Basin Hospice
Sulphur Springs, TX
06.2010 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
CNA
Hospice At Memorial
Sulphur Springs, TX
02.2009 - 02.2010
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for [Type] patient rooms.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Assisted coworkers in switch from [Software] to [Software] and completed subsequent training sessions in (numbers) days.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 100-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
CNA
Carriage House Manor
Sulphur Springs, TX
03.1998 - 02.2009
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- 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.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for [Type] patient rooms.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Assisted coworkers in switch from [Software] to [Software] and completed subsequent training sessions in [Number] days.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 100 bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.100
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 100-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Springs High School
Sulphur Springs, TXSkills
- Bedsore Prevention
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Observation Documentation
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Fluid Measurement
- Emotional and Social Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Needs Determination
- Linen Replacements
- Vital Signs Collection
- Nutrition and Diet
- Caregiver Relations
- Patient Safety Management
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Time Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Care Quality
- Chronic Disease Management
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Catheter Care
- Medication Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Biohazard Disposal
- Wound Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Intercultural Competence
- Basic Life Support
- Verbal and Written Communication
- CPR Certification
- Family Education
- Calm Under Stress
- Emergency Response
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Laboratory Testing
- HIPAA Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Meal Preparation
- Consistent Follow Through
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Willingness to Learn
- CNA Certification
- Patient Positioning
- Care Monitoring
- EMR Updating
- Injury Prevention
- Oral Hygiene
Timeline
CNA
Cypress Basin Hospice
06.2010 - Current
CNA
Hospice At Memorial
02.2009 - 02.2010
CNA
Carriage House Manor
03.1998 - 02.2009
High School Diploma -
Sulphur Springs High School