Wallicia Dwight
Newark
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
Newark
06.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments in healthcare settings.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported nursing staff in executing care plans and treatment protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Orderly/Patient Transporter
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
Newark
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with patient transfers and repositioning.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Delivered meals and provided hydration to patients as needed.
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Picked up requested orders to move equipment and supplies to assigned treatment areas.
Teacher's Assistant
Shining Stars Academy
Irvington
10.2018 - 10.2023
- Assisted lead teachers in delivering engaging lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs during lessons and individual tasks.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to enhance student learning experiences.
- Supervised students during recess and lunch to ensure safety and proper behavior.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student needs and classroom activities.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Community Corporation
Newark
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments in healthcare settings.
- Supported nursing staff in executing care plans and treatment protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essex County College
Newark, NJ 10.2015 - 03.2016
International Youth Organization
Newark, NJSkills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Care plan support
- Patient transportation
- Problem solving
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2026
Orderly/Patient Transporter
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
12.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Shining Stars Academy
10.2018 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Community Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Essex County College
10.2015 - 03.2016
International Youth Organization