Timothy Gates
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Helpful CNA committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, taking vital signs, documenting observations, and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
H & M Sales Company
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Observed the company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality
- Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown
- Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once
- Leveraged micrometers, verniers, and gages to inspect parts accurately
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills
- Read blueprints and 3D models to determine product specifications and plan operational sequences
- Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
Education
CNA Certification -
Petra Allied Health
09.2022
High School Diploma -
Gates Academy
01.2019
Skills
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Recording vital signs
- Safety Compliance
- Facility Cleaning
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Machine Maintenance
- Patient Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Care plan implementation
- Bedside manner
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
References
Provided upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
H & M Sales Company
08.2019 - 08.2022
CNA Certification -
Petra Allied Health
High School Diploma -
Gates Academy
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