Vernette Williams
Chicago,IN
Summary
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 25+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
C.N.A
Norwood Park Crossing
Chicago , IL
12.2023 - Current
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Warehouse Worker
Silverline
Chicago , IL
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading containers from ships and trains.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
C.N.A
Palos Park Nursing and Rehab
Crestwood , IL
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
City Colleges of Chic Ago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL12-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Health Administration
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, ILSkills
- Compassionate Communication
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Adaptable
- Quick Problem Solver
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
C.N.A
Norwood Park Crossing
12.2023 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Silverline
12.2021 - 01.2023
C.N.A
Palos Park Nursing and Rehab
02.2020 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
City Colleges of Chic Ago - Wilbur Wright College
Some College (No Degree) - Health Administration
Robert Morris University - Illinois
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