Shena Wheeler

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital

Las Vegas, NV

09.2018 - 12.2021

Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.