Vandora Stevens
Gwynn Oak,MD
Summary
Skilled Certified Nursing Assistant with good knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Certified Nurse’s Assistant with advanced knowledge of Alzheimer's and dementia. Seeking a long-term care position. Motivated CNA with a highly effective communication style. Efficient worker who demonstrates strong time management and prioritization skills. Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Companion
University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Sit one-on-one with mental health/suicidal patients
- Making sure G-tubes weren't pulled out
- Checking patients levels of agitation every 15 minutes
- Assisted with physical activities. (walking, playing games)
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Kris-Leigh Assistant Living
08.2017 - 01.2019
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regent Healthcare
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Oak Lodge Senior Living
04.2014 - 01.2016
- 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.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- 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 Nursing Assistant
Regent Healthcare
09.2009 - 08.2014
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Morningside House Of Ellicot City
08.2005 - 09.2009
- 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.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Somerford Place
06.2003 - 08.2005
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Patient Care Assistant
De Sales Assistant Living
04.2000 - 11.2002
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
03.1997 - 03.2000
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06.2016
Skills
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Feeding Assistant certified
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Dedicated hospice care provider
- Committed Team Player
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Disability Care
- Active Listening
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Feeding Assistance
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Information Collection
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Companion
University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
01.2019 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Kris-Leigh Assistant Living
08.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regent Healthcare
09.2016 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Oak Lodge Senior Living
04.2014 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regent Healthcare
09.2009 - 08.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant/MedTech
Morningside House Of Ellicot City
08.2005 - 09.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Somerford Place
06.2003 - 08.2005
Patient Care Assistant
De Sales Assistant Living
04.2000 - 11.2002
Certified Nursing Assistant
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
03.1997 - 03.2000
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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