Sherry Williamson
Cedarville,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
I have lived in the mountains my whole life and am not afraid of a little weather. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level MA position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
SVHCD
Cedarville, CA
07.2013 - 03.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Big Valley High School
Bieber, CA06-1994
Skills
- Compassionate communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Compassion and Empathy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control procedures
- Patient Relations
- Valid CA driver's license
- Safety Precautions
- Documentation expert
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
SVHCD
07.2013 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
Big Valley High School
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