Verlena Townsel
STATESVILLE,NC
Summary
Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at Novant Health, Inc., skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control, ensuring a positive healing environment for all patients.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
National Staffing Solutions
925 S.Semoran Blvd Suite 108
2002 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care environments.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide emotional support.
- Followed infection control protocols to promote a safe health care environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
CNA
Clear Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Charlotte, NC
2019 - 2022
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
03.2017 - 2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care environments.
- Supported mobility by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide emotional support.
- Followed infection control protocols to promote a safe health care environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care delivery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
Education
GED - Early Childhood Care And Education
Job Corp
Buffalo, NY05.1997
Skills
Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Infection control
Medical documentation
Emotional support
Mobility assistance
Nutritional support
Fall prevention
Wound care techniques
HIPAA compliance
Team collaboration
Personal hygiene assistance
Safety protocols adherence
Patient comfort measures
Daily living activities support
Call light response
Transfer techniques
Cleanliness maintenance
Care plan implementation
Ambulation exercises
Timeline
CNA
Novant Health, Inc
03.2017 - 2022
CNA
National Staffing Solutions
2002 - Current
CNA
Clear Creek Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2019 - 2022
GED - Early Childhood Care And Education
Job Corp