Thomas A Hufford II
Certified Nursing Assistant
Scranton,PA
Summary
Patient-focused Certified Nursing Assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Offers four years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Recognized by patients for delivering patient centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Technician/Personal Care Aide
Allied Services Integrated Health System
Scranton, PA
12.2022 - Current
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Explained treatment procedures and medications to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ingraham Manor
Bristol, CT
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied Services Integrated Health System
Scranton, PA
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
Scranton 08.2020 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Riverside Junior/Senior High School
Taylor, PA 09.2013 - 06.2019
Skills
Medical Records Management
Emergency Response
Daily Living Assistance
Medication Administration
Medical Terminology
HIPAA Compliance
Electronic Charting
CNA Certification
CPR Certification
Wound Care
Empathy and Compassionate Care
Recording Vital Signs
Blood Sugar Monitoring
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Additional Information
- Currently working with Penn Foster to become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
- Would be interested in returning to Nursing school in the future for my BSN.
Timeline
Medication Technician/Personal Care Aide
Allied Services Integrated Health System
12.2022 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
09-2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ingraham Manor
07.2022 - 09.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
08.2020 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied Services Integrated Health System
05.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Riverside Junior/Senior High School
09.2013 - 06.2019