Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with strong skills in patient care, emotional support, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate interactions and attention to detail.
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 3 Months
Pam Health and Rehab | 05.2024 - Current
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
6 Years 10 Months
Coastal Care Nursing | 05.2017 - 03.2024
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
15 Years 2 Months
Brookdale Senior Living Facility | 08.2005 - 10.2020
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and facility protocols.
Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe living environment.
Provided emotional support to residents and families, fostering positive relationships.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities and observations in electronic health records.
Led initiatives to enhance resident engagement through recreational activities and social programs.
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 well-being.
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.
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.