Tasha Helms
Grand Haven ,MI
Summary
Proven CNA with a track record of delivering patient-focused care and achieving patient satisfaction goals at Corewell Health. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication, adept at enhancing patient comfort and supporting complex care needs. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA, with a notable increase in patient satisfaction scores.
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.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Corewell Health
06.2023 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MediLodge at the Shore
08.2015 - 03.2023
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartwood Lodge
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Certified Medical Assistant
Metron of Lamont
06.2009 - 07.2011
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Education
Diploma -
North Muskegon High School
Muskegon, MI05.2002
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Dressing assistance
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Transfers
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Safety Precautions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Patient Lifting
- End of life care
- Patient-focused care
- Electronic Charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Geriatric Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Ambulation Assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient relationship building
- Light Housekeeping
- Inpatient Care
- Adaptable
- Patient Assessments
- Specimen Collection
- Transporting patients
- Valid State driver's license
- Observing responses
- Condition Monitoring
- Reliable transportation
- Feeding assistance expert
Certification
Basic life support certification
Timeline
CNA
Corewell Health
06.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
MediLodge at the Shore
08.2015 - 03.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartwood Lodge
06.2011 - 05.2013
Certified Medical Assistant
Metron of Lamont
06.2009 - 07.2011
Diploma -
North Muskegon High School
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