Terisina Canady
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
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. 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.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Gale Healthcare Agency
Tampa, FL
06.2020 - Current
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered high-quality care to all patients in hospital facility.
- Supported needs of 10 to 15 residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant 2/Secretary
Vidant Health Care
Greenville, NC
03.2018 - 06.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Secretary
UNC Rex Healthcare
Raleigh, NC
04.2010 - 03.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Communicates with nursing staff, provider office staff,and other entities regarding patient information
- transcribing medical records, maintaining inventory supplies, directing patient questions or problems
Healthcare Technician
O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
Goldsboro, NC
05.1990 - 04.2010
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored patients during surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
Education
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC05.2015
No Degree - CNA 2 Certificate
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC12.2007
No Degree - CNA 1 Certificate
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC03.2007
High School Diploma -
Charles B Aycock High School
Pikeville, NC06.1989
Skills
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Activity Planning
- Medication Assistance
- Monitor Vitals
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Consistent Follow Through
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR certified
Timeline
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Gale Healthcare Agency
06.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant 2/Secretary
Vidant Health Care
03.2018 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant/Secretary
UNC Rex Healthcare
04.2010 - 03.2018
Healthcare Technician
O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
05.1990 - 04.2010
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Lenoir Community College
No Degree - CNA 2 Certificate
Lenoir Community College
No Degree - CNA 1 Certificate
Wayne Community College
High School Diploma -
Charles B Aycock High School