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Shandra Worthy

Mount Union,PA

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Valley View Retirement Community, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient wellbeing and safety through meticulous vital signs monitoring and compassionate support. Increased team efficiency by over 30% through effective communication and patient management skills. Skilled in Alzheimer's care and emergency response, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. 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. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. 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. 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. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Valley View Retirement Community
12.2023 - 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.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • 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.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Embassy of Woodland Park
12.2021 - 10.2023
  • 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.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • 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.

Direct Support Professional

IFC Services
12.2016 - 02.2022
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.

Education

Licensed Minister - Personal Development..online Classes

Kingswood University
New Brunswick CA

Diploma -

Mount Union Area Senior High School
Mount Union, PA
06.2000

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
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bedside manner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Safety Precautions
  • Recording vital signs
  • Electronic Charting
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient-focused care
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Positioning Patients
  • End of life care
  • Adaptable
  • Patient Lifting
  • Transfer Techniques
  • Urinary Catheter Care
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Inpatient Care
  • Geriatric Care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Transporting patients
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Colostomy Care
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Patient Management
  • Specimen Collection
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Valid State driver's license
  • Patient Relations
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Care plan implementation
  • Observing responses
  • Reliable transportation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Quality Assurance
  • Activity Coordination
  • Preparing meals
  • Activity Planning
  • Conducting intakes
  • Time Management
  • Vital signs
  • Attention to Detail
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Emotional Support
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Patient Observation
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Catheter Care
  • Care Monitoring

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Valley View Retirement Community
12.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Embassy of Woodland Park
12.2021 - 10.2023

Direct Support Professional

IFC Services
12.2016 - 02.2022

Licensed Minister - Personal Development..online Classes

Kingswood University

Diploma -

Mount Union Area Senior High School

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